SOLUTION: 30.) Solve each equation and check for extraneous solutions. sqrt(a-1 -5 = 1)

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Question 164911This question is from textbook Elementary and Intermediate
: 30.) Solve each equation and check for extraneous solutions.
sqrt(a-1 -5 = 1)
 This question is from textbook Elementary and Intermediate

Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
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Solve each equation and check for extraneous solutions.
sqrt(a-1 -5 = 1)
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You can't have an equal sign inside the parentheses.
sqrt(a-1 -5 = 1)
sqrt(a-6 = 1)
sqrt(a = 7)
Now what?