Algebra Examples
Step 1
Rewrite as .
Step 2
Since both terms are perfect squares, factor using the difference of squares formula, where and .
Step 3
If any individual factor on the left side of the equation is equal to , the entire expression will be equal to .
Step 4
Step 4.1
Set equal to .
Step 4.2
Subtract from both sides of the equation.
Step 5
Step 5.1
Set equal to .
Step 5.2
Add to both sides of the equation.
Step 6
The final solution is all the values that make true.