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Task 3: Solve the following quadratic equation by extracting the square root.

Task 3: Solve the following quadratic equation by extracting the square root.-example-1
User B Johnson
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Given -

(2s - 1)² = 225

To Find -

s =?

Step-by-Step Explanation -

(2s - 1)² = 225

Now, on removing square =

(2s - 1) = √225

2s - 1 = 15

2s = 15 + 1

2s = 16

s = 16/2

s = 8

Final Answer -

s = 8

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