Solving for E in an Exponential Equation with Square Roots

[kmoh111]

Homework Statement

How do you solve this probem for E:

E + sqrt(aE) = b

where 'a' and 'b' are constants.

I don't recall how to handle the exponents where you have E + aE^1/2 = b and solve for E.

 

[Dick]

Rewrite it as sqrt(aE)=b-E. Now square both sides. It's a quadratic equation in E.

 

[kmoh111]

Thank you.