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What is the solution of the equation √x+5=√2x-4?

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Answer:

x=9

Explanation:


√(x+5)=√(2x-4) \\ \\ x+5=2x-4 \\ \\ x=9

On substituting this back into the equation, we see x=9 satisfies it.

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