1. Solving Radical Equations

2. Powers Property of Equality

3. Take it Step by Step… 1. 2. 3. 4. Solving Radical Equations
Isolate the radical
Take the reciprocal power of both sides.
Solve for x using the appropriate steps for solving
equations.
CHECK ALL ANSWERS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 1. 2. 3. 4.

4. Simple, Simple, Simple! 
Example 1:
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5. Rational Exponents? NO Problem!
Example 2:
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6. Your Turn! Solve for x. Answer: Remember: Isolate the radical
Take the reciprocal power of both sides.
Solve for x
CHECK your answer(s).

7. Your Turn! Solve for x. Answer: Remember: Isolate the radical
Take the reciprocal power of both sides.
Solve for x
CHECK your answer(s).
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8. Kick It Up a Notch!
Example 3:
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9. With two radicals!
Example 3:
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Example 4:
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10. Try These…
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