Algebra 2 Common Core

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ISBN 10: 0133186024
ISBN 13: 978-0-13318-602-4

Chapter 4 - Quadratic Functions and Equations - 4-8 Complex Numbers - Practice and Problem-Solving Exercises - Page 254: 48

Answer

$288i$

Work Step by Step

The given expression, $ (8i)(4i)(-9i) ,$ simplifies to \begin{align*} & (8i\cdot4i)(-9i) \\&= (32i^2)(-9i) \\&= (32\cdot(-1))(-9i) &\text{ (use $i^2=-1$)} \\&= -32(-9i) \\&= 288i .\end{align*} Hence, the simplified form of the given expression is $ 288i $.
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