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Chapter 9: Q. 23 (page 869)

In the following exercises, solve each equation.

(u−6)2=64

Short Answer

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The solution of the equation isu=14,-2

Step by step solution

01

Step 1. Given information 

In the given question we have to solve given equation.

(u−6)2=64

02

Step 2. The given equation is (u−6)2=64

Use the Square Root Property.

u−6=±64

03

Step 3. Simplify the radical.

u−6=±8

Add 6 on both side

u−6+6=6±8u=6±8

04

Step 4. Solve for u.

u=6+8u=6-8u=14u=-2

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