Algebra and Trigonometry (6th Edition)
6th Edition
ISBN:9780134463216
Author:Robert F. Blitzer
Publisher:Robert F. Blitzer
ChapterP: Prerequisites: Fundamental Concepts Of Algebra
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Problem 1MCCP: In Exercises 1-25, simplify the given expression or perform the indicated operation (and simplify,...
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![**Initial Knowledge Check**
Evaluate the following.
Click on "Not a real number" if applicable.
(a) \( \sqrt[4]{(-2)^4} = \_\_\_ \)
(b) \( \sqrt[2]{(-8)^2} = \_\_\_ \)
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Instructions:
- For each expression, determine its value.
- If the expression does not result in a real number, select "Not a real number."
- Consider the properties of roots and exponents when evaluating these expressions.](/v2/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcontent.bartleby.com%2Fqna-images%2Fquestion%2Fac3be618-b645-4bd8-855b-808ff3fc18d4%2F47655837-2934-4845-a010-cacc9cca355d%2Fndcd6p8.jpeg&w=3840&q=75)
Transcribed Image Text:**Initial Knowledge Check**
Evaluate the following.
Click on "Not a real number" if applicable.
(a) \( \sqrt[4]{(-2)^4} = \_\_\_ \)
(b) \( \sqrt[2]{(-8)^2} = \_\_\_ \)
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Instructions:
- For each expression, determine its value.
- If the expression does not result in a real number, select "Not a real number."
- Consider the properties of roots and exponents when evaluating these expressions.
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