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x^2+18=9x but i have to solve by graphing and its a quadratic so like omg im so comfused

 Oct 28, 2014

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x^2 + 18 is the graph of x^2 shifted up 18 units on the y axis.

9x is a line going through the origin with a slope of 9

Here's a graph of both..........https://www.desmos.com/calculator/nyjmqpe4au

Notice that there are two intersection points

 Oct 28, 2014
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Hint: Make sure your equation is set equal to zero and make sure your terms are in descending order

 Oct 28, 2014
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x^2 + 18 is the graph of x^2 shifted up 18 units on the y axis.

9x is a line going through the origin with a slope of 9

Here's a graph of both..........https://www.desmos.com/calculator/nyjmqpe4au

Notice that there are two intersection points

CPhill Oct 28, 2014

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