Luisa and Jacob each solve the radical equation V5 + 4x = x. Luisa determines that the solution is x = 5. Jacob thinks that the solution is x = -1. Use the space below to identify which student is correct. Use words and mathematics to justify your answer and show any work completed to make your selection.

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Luisa and Jacob each solve the radical equation 5 + 4x
= x. Luisa determines
5. Jacob thinks that the solution is x =-1. Use the space
that the solution is x =
below to identify which student is correct. Use words and mathematics to justify your
answer and show any work completed to make your selection.
4.
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Transcribed Image Text:Luisa and Jacob each solve the radical equation 5 + 4x = x. Luisa determines 5. Jacob thinks that the solution is x =-1. Use the space that the solution is x = below to identify which student is correct. Use words and mathematics to justify your answer and show any work completed to make your selection. 4. 国R。 56°F P Type here to search 1810
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