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OpenStax, Elementary Algebra 2e §9.6 Solve Equations with Square Roots · Exercise 49 · Algebra · Radicals & surds

Solve Equations with Square Roots · Exercise 49

Solve. Round approximations to one decimal place.

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OpenStax, Elementary Algebra 2e · §9.6 Solve Equations with Square Roots · Exercise 49

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