Math Problem Statement

Simplify the expression \(\sqrt[9]{(x + 4)^6}\).

Solution

The expression shown in the image is:

(x+4)69\sqrt[9]{(x + 4)^6}

This represents the ninth root of (x+4)6(x + 4)^6. To simplify this, we can apply the properties of exponents and radicals.

The general rule for roots and exponents is:

amn=amn\sqrt[n]{a^m} = a^{\frac{m}{n}}

So, applying this to your expression:

(x+4)69=(x+4)69=(x+4)23\sqrt[9]{(x + 4)^6} = (x + 4)^{\frac{6}{9}} = (x + 4)^{\frac{2}{3}}

Thus, the simplified form of the expression is:

(x+4)23(x + 4)^{\frac{2}{3}}

Would you like more details on this or further explanations?

Here are 5 related questions to deepen your understanding:

  1. What is the general rule for simplifying expressions involving radicals and exponents?
  2. How would you simplify (x+3)84\sqrt[4]{(x + 3)^8}?
  3. Can you express (x+4)23(x + 4)^{\frac{2}{3}} in radical form?
  4. What happens if the exponent in the denominator is negative in such expressions?
  5. How do you differentiate (x+4)23(x + 4)^{\frac{2}{3}} with respect to xx?

Tip: Always remember that taking roots can be seen as applying fractional exponents. A square root is the same as raising to the power of 12\frac{1}{2}, and similarly for other roots.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Exponents and Radicals
Simplifying Expressions

Formulas

\(\sqrt[n]{a^m} = a^{\frac{m}{n}}\)

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12