SOLUTION: How do I factor or solve this equation? {{{ b^4 + 112 = 23b^2 }}} I have it now as {{{ b^4 - 23b^2 + 112 = 0 }}} but cannot find a way to factor it.

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Question 32753: How do I factor or solve this equation?

I have it now as but cannot find a way to factor it.

Answer by checkley71(8403)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
b~4-23b~2+112=0 or (b~2-14)(b~2-8)=0 b~2=14 or b~2=8

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