
Patrick B. answered 03/23/20
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NO !!!
(-64)^(1/2) means sqrt(-64) = 8i
-64^(1/2) means -sqrt(64) = -8
Jordan M.
asked 03/23/20If I removed the parentheses from (-64)1/2 would I get the same answer if I was to keep the parentheses?
Patrick B. answered 03/23/20
Math and computer tutor/teacher
NO !!!
(-64)^(1/2) means sqrt(-64) = 8i
-64^(1/2) means -sqrt(64) = -8
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