If and , what is the value of ?

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: C.

  1. Step 1: Isolate the radical term on the left side: .
  2. Step 2: Square both sides of the equation: . Subtract from both sides: .
  3. Step 3: Square both sides to solve for : . Check: .
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