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Solve for u. (u + 6)(u − 6) = 0

User Uji
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Answer:

u= 6, -6

Explanation:

simplify the equation. Isolate the variable.

User Chaochana
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Hey there!

(u + 6)(u − 6) = 0

DISTRIBUTE “u” WITHIN the PARENTHESES

u(u) + (-6) + 6(u) + 6(-6) = 0

u^2 - 6u + 6u - 36 = 0

COMBINE the LIKE TERMS

u^2 - 36 = 0

ADD 36 to BOTH SIDES

u^2 - 36 + 36 = 0 + 36

CANCEL out: -36 + 36 because it gives you 0

KEEP: 0 + 36 because it helps solve for the u-value

NEW EQUATION: u^2 = 0 + 36

SIMPLIFY IT!

0 + 36 = 36

NEW EQUATION: u^2 = 36

TAKE the SQUARE ROOT

u = ± √36

u = -6 or u = 6

Therefore, your answer is: u = 6 or u = -6

Good luck on your assignment and enjoy your day!

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