Algebra 2 Common Core

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Chapter 4 - Quadratic Functions and Equations - Chapter Review - Page 272: 70

Answer

$2i\sqrt{6}$

Work Step by Step

Using $\sqrt{ab}=\sqrt{a}\cdot\sqrt{b}$ the given expression, $ \sqrt{-24} ,$ is equivalent to \begin{align*} & \sqrt{-1}\cdot\sqrt{4}\cdot\sqrt{6} \\&= \sqrt{-1}\cdot2\cdot\sqrt{6} \\&= i\cdot2\cdot\sqrt{6} \\&= 2i\sqrt{6} &\text{ (use $i=\sqrt{-1}$)} .\end{align*} Hence, the given expression simplifies to $ 2i\sqrt{6} $.
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