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Which of the following is a solution to the equation x2=−144
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Which of the following is a solution to the equation x2=−144 ?-example-1
User TheBook
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Answer:

There is no real solution

Explanation:

Square numbers are never negative

User Joseph Anderson
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Answer:

D. This equation has no real solution

Explanation:

Because a squared number can not be negative

If it were x^2=144 the answer could be 12 or-12

User RobFos
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