Question

Solve the equation by finding square roots. x2-1/4=0

Answer 1

x = ±1/2

Explanation:

x^2-1/4=0

Add 1/4 to each side

x^2 -1/4+1/4 = 0+1/4

x^2 = 1/4

Take the square root of each side

sqrt(x^2) = sqrt(1/4)

x = ±1/2