Math Problem Statement

Solve the equation graphically: 8x^(1/2) + 8x^(1/3) = 0 within the interval [-1, 5], and round answers to two decimals.

Solution

The equation given is:

8x1/2+8x1/3=08x^{1/2} + 8x^{1/3} = 0

We are tasked with solving this equation graphically within the interval [1,5][-1, 5] and rounding the answer to two decimal places.

Steps to solve graphically:

  1. Define y1=8x1/2+8x1/3y_1 = 8x^{1/2} + 8x^{1/3}.
  2. Plot this function and find the x-values where y1=0y_1 = 0 within the interval [1,5][-1, 5].

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However, you can solve the equation graphically by plotting y=8x1/2+8x1/3y = 8x^{1/2} + 8x^{1/3} and observing where it crosses the x-axis. This will give you the value of xx where the equation equals zero within the interval [0,5][0, 5].

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Here are 5 related questions:

  1. What are the general properties of fractional exponents like x1/2x^{1/2} and x1/3x^{1/3}?
  2. How can you solve equations involving fractional powers algebraically?
  3. Why is the interval [1,5][-1, 5] specified, even though x0x \geq 0 for this problem?
  4. What would the solution look like if the equation were 8x1/28x1/3=08x^{1/2} - 8x^{1/3} = 0?
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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Fractional Exponents
Graphical Solutions

Formulas

y = 8x^(1/2) + 8x^(1/3)

Theorems

Properties of Exponents

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12