SOLUTION: Please help me solve this equation: sqrt(2x-1) +9 = 14 so far this is what i have done: sqrt(2x-1) +9-9 =14 -9

Question 62500: Please help me solve this equation: sqrt(2x-1) +9 = 14
so far this is what i have done: sqrt(2x-1) +9-9 =14 -9

sqrt(2x-1)=14-9
sqrt(2x-1)= 5
I believe i'm on the right track but not sure the next step, Please help! I am preparing for the SAT's
Answer by funmath(2933) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!

You're on the right track, now square both sides.

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Check for extraneous solutions, you always do that with even root equations.

is valid.
Happy Calculating!!!
Good Luck on the SAT's!
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