Algebra and Trigonometry (6th Edition)
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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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![**Assessment Practice:**
**Question 48:** Select all powers of \( i \) that are real numbers.
- [ ] A. \( i \)
- [ ] B. \( i^2 \)
- [ ] C. \( i^3 \)
- [ ] D. \( i^4 \)
- [ ] E. \( i^5 \)
- [ ] F. \( i^6 \)
**Explanation:**
The imaginary unit \( i \) is defined as \( i = \sqrt{-1} \). The powers of \( i \) cycle every four:
- \( i^1 = i \)
- \( i^2 = -1 \)
- \( i^3 = -i \)
- \( i^4 = 1 \)
Thus, \( i^4 \) and \( i^6 \) are real numbers since \( i^6 = (i^4)(i^2) = 1(-1) = -1 \). Therefore, the correct answers are options D and F.](/v2/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcontent.bartleby.com%2Fqna-images%2Fquestion%2F6f770cdb-05dc-4ce8-9f54-6d87088669bc%2F27607845-fcf5-48c1-8a89-b7aafd2bfb80%2F23sr10q_processed.jpeg&w=3840&q=75)
Transcribed Image Text:**Assessment Practice:**
**Question 48:** Select all powers of \( i \) that are real numbers.
- [ ] A. \( i \)
- [ ] B. \( i^2 \)
- [ ] C. \( i^3 \)
- [ ] D. \( i^4 \)
- [ ] E. \( i^5 \)
- [ ] F. \( i^6 \)
**Explanation:**
The imaginary unit \( i \) is defined as \( i = \sqrt{-1} \). The powers of \( i \) cycle every four:
- \( i^1 = i \)
- \( i^2 = -1 \)
- \( i^3 = -i \)
- \( i^4 = 1 \)
Thus, \( i^4 \) and \( i^6 \) are real numbers since \( i^6 = (i^4)(i^2) = 1(-1) = -1 \). Therefore, the correct answers are options D and F.
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