7.5.1 Study: Solving Radical Equations Study Guide Algebra II Name: Date: Use the questions below to keep track of key concepts from this lesson's study activity. 1) Main Idea: You must use inverse operations to solve radical equations. Use the steps to solve the example equation. How to Solve a Radical Equation Example: V2x -17 = -9 1. Isolate the radical. 2. Square both sides of the equation. 3. Solve for the variable. bit top of noitsups ord to sobie rhod emupe . 2) Main Idea: You sometimes have to use properties of radicals to simplify expressions before you can solve a radical equation. relut aint anlau vd rollsups er 101067 & Use the steps to solve the example equation. Example: Vx +3 - = 3 VX- 1 1. Use VA = A to simplify the radical B expression. 2. Square both sides of the equation. 3. Solve for the variable