Problem 73 of 7
Use i to solve equation x^2=-1.
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Equation must isolate or reduce to x^2 equal to a negative number.
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1. Rewrite the equation as x^2 equals a negative number.
2. Take square roots of both sides.
3. Use sqrt(-1)=i to write complex solutions.
Use the worked steps, then substitute the final answer back into the original relationship to confirm it satisfies the prompt.
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