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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.
Transcribed Image Text:**Initial Knowledge Check** Evaluate the following. Click on "Not a real number" if applicable. (a) \( \sqrt[4]{(-2)^4} = \_\_\_ \) (b) \( \sqrt[2]{(-8)^2} = \_\_\_ \) --- 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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