Math Problem Statement
Find the solution(s) of the following equation. [c^2 = 121]
Solution
The given equation is:
To find the solution(s), take the square root of both sides of the equation:
Since , we have:
Therefore, the solutions are:
Would you like any further details or clarifications? Here are 5 related questions for further exploration:
- How do we solve equations with higher powers, such as ?
- What happens if we solve ?
- Can we solve the same way?
- What is the difference between a positive and negative square root?
- How does this approach apply to solving quadratic equations?
Tip: Always consider both the positive and negative roots when solving , unless further restrictions are given.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Square Roots
Equations
Formulas
Square root formula: c = ±√a
Theorems
Square Root Theorem: For any non-negative number a, the square roots of a are ±√a.
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8