College Algebra (10th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0321979478
ISBN 13: 978-0-32197-947-6

Chapter 1 - Section 1.4 - Radical Equations; Equations Quadratic in Form; Factorable Equations - 1.4 Assess Your Understanding - Page 117: 7

Answer

a)

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An extraneous solution is an apparent solution that doesn't satisfy the original equation, thus the answer is a):
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