- #1
Stratosphere
- 373
- 0
Homework Statement
A basic example is [tex]\sqrt{x-1}[/tex]=x-7
Homework Equations
The Attempt at a Solution
I end up with an x[tex]^{2}[/tex] and a normal x I don't know to to solve it.
So that's a quadratic equation, isn't it? You can solve quadratic equations by factoring, completing the square, or using the quadratic formula.Stratosphere said:Homework Statement
A basic example is [tex]\sqrt{x-1}[/tex]=x-7
Homework Equations
The Attempt at a Solution
I end up with an x[tex]^{2}[/tex] and a normal x I don't know to to solve it.
Solving for X on both sides is a method used in algebra to isolate the variable "X" in an equation by performing the same operations on both sides of the equation. This allows you to find the value of "X" that makes the equation true.
You need to solve for X on both sides when you have an equation with the variable "X" on both sides and you need to find the value of "X" that makes the equation true. Solving for X on both sides allows you to isolate "X" and find its value.
The order of operations when solving for X on both sides is the same as in regular algebra. You should always start by combining like terms on each side of the equation, then use inverse operations to isolate "X". Finally, perform any remaining operations to find the value of "X".
Yes, you can still solve for X on both sides if there are fractions or decimals in the equation. You may need to use additional steps, such as multiplying both sides by the least common denominator, to eliminate the fractions or decimals and isolate "X".
There is no one specific strategy for solving for X on both sides. It is important to follow the order of operations and use inverse operations to isolate "X". It may also be helpful to simplify the equation as much as possible before solving for "X".