SOLUTION: I am trying to solve this equation, will u help me out, with the work shown?...the sq root of (x plus 18) minus the sq root of (x minus 2) equals 2.

SOLUTION: I am trying to solve this equation, will u help me out, with the work shown?...the sq root of (x plus 18) minus the sq root of (x minus 2) equals 2.

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Question 490909: I am trying to solve this equation, will u help me out, with the work shown?...the sq root of (x plus 18) minus the sq root of (x minus 2) equals 2.
Answer by Alan3354(69443) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!

Square both sides

Square again
x-2 = 16
x = 18

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