Table of contents
- 0. Review of Algebra4h 16m
- 1. Equations & Inequalities3h 18m
- 2. Graphs of Equations43m
- 3. Functions2h 17m
- 4. Polynomial Functions1h 44m
- 5. Rational Functions1h 23m
- 6. Exponential & Logarithmic Functions2h 28m
- 7. Systems of Equations & Matrices4h 6m
- 8. Conic Sections2h 23m
- 9. Sequences, Series, & Induction1h 19m
- 10. Combinatorics & Probability1h 45m
0. Review of Algebra
Radical Expressions
6:14 minutes
Problem 36b
Textbook Question
Textbook QuestionIn Exercises 1–38, solve each radical equation. 2(x - 1)¹/³ = (x² + 2x)¹/³
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Key Concepts
Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.
Radical Equations
Radical equations are equations that involve roots, such as square roots or cube roots. To solve these equations, one typically isolates the radical on one side and then raises both sides of the equation to the power that eliminates the root. This process may introduce extraneous solutions, so it's important to check all potential solutions in the original equation.
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Cube Roots
Cube roots are a specific type of radical where the root is of degree three. The cube root of a number 'a' is a value 'b' such that b³ = a. In the context of the given equation, understanding how to manipulate cube roots is essential for isolating variables and simplifying expressions to find solutions.
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Isolating Variables
Isolating variables is a fundamental algebraic technique used to solve equations. This involves rearranging the equation to get the variable of interest on one side by itself. In the context of radical equations, isolating the radical expression allows for easier manipulation and simplification, leading to the solution of the equation.
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