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Question 1141406: How do I solve for x for the equation x^4-11x^2+10=0? I don't know how to make it into a quadratic equation. No similar example appears to be found on my Algebra books.
Answer by josgarithmetic(39630) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
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x^4-11x^2+10=0
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Look at 10=1*10, and both factors negative.

%28x%5E2-1%29%28x%5E2-10%29=0
and you can then solve for all four possible solutions of x.