Checking an algebraic claim
Checking an algebraic claim
5 marks
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A student squares |2x+1|=x-4 and obtains x=-5,-1. Determine which, if any, solve the original equation, explaining the issue.
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Answer:No real solution; the squared candidates should be \(1,-5\), and both are invalid.
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