Intermediate Algebra (6th Edition)

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Chapter 8 - Section 8.1 - Solving Quadratic Equations by Completing the Square - Exercise Set - Page 482: 19

Answer

z=±2i$\sqrt 2$

Work Step by Step

Original Equation 2z²+16=0 Subtract 16 from both sides 2z²=-16 Divide both sides by 2 z²=-8 Take the square root of both sides z=±$\sqrt -8$ Simplify the radical z=±2i$\sqrt 2$
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