Math Problem Statement

√(-9) - √(-4)

Solution

The question displayed asks to simplify the expression involving square roots of negative numbers:

94\sqrt{-9} - \sqrt{-4}

Step-by-step Solution:

  1. Handle each square root separately:

    • 9\sqrt{-9} can be rewritten using the imaginary unit ii, where i=1i = \sqrt{-1}. 9=9i=3i\sqrt{-9} = \sqrt{9} \cdot i = 3i
    • Similarly, 4\sqrt{-4} can be simplified: 4=4i=2i\sqrt{-4} = \sqrt{4} \cdot i = 2i
  2. Substitute back into the expression: 3i2i=(32)i=1i3i - 2i = (3 - 2)i = 1i

Thus, the result is: i\boxed{i}

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Here are 5 related questions you might find helpful:

  1. How do you multiply complex numbers?
  2. What is the square of an imaginary number ii?
  3. How do you simplify powers of ii (e.g., i3,i4i^3, i^4)?
  4. What is the geometric representation of complex numbers?
  5. How do you add and subtract complex numbers?

Tip: Whenever you see the square root of a negative number, remember to express it in terms of ii, the imaginary unit.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Complex Numbers
Imaginary Unit (i)
Square Roots of Negative Numbers

Formulas

√(-a) = √(a) * i
i = √(-1)

Theorems

Properties of Square Roots of Negative Numbers

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12