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Solve the equation using square roots. x^2 +10=9

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Answer:

x = ± √−1

No real solutions

Explanation:

x^2 + 10 = 9

Subtract 10 from both sides

x^2 + 10 = 9

- 10 - 10

x^2 = − 1

Take the square root

x = ± √−1

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Answer:

Explanation:

x²+10=9

x²=9-10

x²=-1=i²

x=±i

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