Asked by Quinton Butsch on May 09, 2024
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Solve t−13=0\sqrt { t } - 13 = 0t−13=0 , if possible.
A) t=-13
B) t=169
C) t=13
D) t=0
E) t=-169
Radical Equation
An equation in which the variable is contained inside a radical, often a square root.
Square Root
A number that, once squared, equals the number it originated from.
- Address simple equations containing radical expressions.
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Katia OssmanMay 12, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
To solve the equation t−13=0\sqrt{t} - 13 = 0t−13=0 , add 13 to both sides to get t=13\sqrt{t} = 13t=13 . Squaring both sides gives t=169t = 169t=169 .
Learning Objectives
- Address simple equations containing radical expressions.