Math Problem Statement
What is the cube root of -0.125?
Solution
The problem displayed is the cube root of , denoted as:
Unlike square roots, cube roots of negative numbers do exist in the real number system. The cube root of is calculated as follows:
- is equivalent to .
- The cube root of is .
- Therefore, the cube root of is .
Thus, the correct answer is:
The given response of "no real solution" is incorrect because there is indeed a real solution.
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Tip: Cube roots of negative numbers always result in negative real numbers, unlike square roots.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Radical Expressions
Cube Roots
Formulas
\( \sqrt[3]{x} = y \) if and only if \( y^3 = x \)
Theorems
Cube roots of negative numbers are real numbers
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 8-10