Intermediate Algebra (6th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0321785045
ISBN 13: 978-0-32178-504-6

Chapter 8 - Section 8.1 - Solving Quadratic Equations by Completing the Square - Vocabulary, Readiness & Video Check - Page 482: 8

Answer

The equation is divided by 3 to use the square root property.

Work Step by Step

The coefficient of $y^2$ is 3, so to use the square root property, we have to divide both sides by 3.
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