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3 years ago

30 pts! solve the following equation. (x - 18)^2 = 1

Mathematics

2 answers:

melamori03 [73]3 years ago

8 0

Answer:

D - x = 19 x = -17

Step-by-step explanation:

Factor the equation to make the problem easier - you should have this:

(x - 18) (x + 18) = 1

Set each binomial to 1:

x - 18 = 1

x + 18 = 1

This should give you x = 19 and x = -17

lilavasa [31]3 years ago

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Answer:

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