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True or false?
a. The principal n th root of an even-indexed root is always positive
b. The principal n th root of an odd-indexed root is always positive.
(a)
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Whether the provided statement “The principle
Answer to Problem 1RE
Solution:
The provided statement is false.
The provided statement is false.
Explanation of Solution
For example:
Consider the principle square root of
Now,
This number is neither positive nor negative.
Thus, the provided statement is false.
(b)
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Whether the provided statement “The principle
Answer to Problem 1RE
Solution:
The provided statement is false.
The provided statement is false.
Explanation of Solution
For example:
Consider the principle cube root of
Now,
This number is negative.
Thus, the provided statement is false.
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