Question

A good practice in mathematics is to always check your work. Explain why it is very important to do so when you are solving equations that involve radical expressions?

Answer 1

Always make sure to double check your answers because if you dont

you can end up with the wrong answer.

Answer 2

If you don't double check your answers by substituting them back into the original equation, you may be introducing extraneous solutions into the problem which is why you should always check to confirm your answer is accurate. I hope this helps! :)