Elementary and Intermediate Algebra: Concepts & Applications (6th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-32184-874-8
ISBN 13: 978-0-32184-874-1

Chapter 10 - Exponents and Radicals - Review Exercises: Chapter 10 - Page 694: 60

Answer

Domain restrictions

Work Step by Step

We see that for functions where the radical is even, the value inside the radical can only be positive, which is why there is an absolute value sign used. However, with odd functions, there is no such domain restriction, so no absolute value bars are needed.
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