Math Problem Statement
The square roots of -4
Solution
The image asks for the square roots of .
The square root of a negative number involves complex numbers, since no real number squared gives a negative result. To express the square root of , we use the imaginary unit , where .
The solution is:
Thus, the square roots of are:
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Complex Numbers
Square Roots
Imaginary Numbers
Formulas
√(-a) = √(a) * i
i² = -1
Theorems
Properties of Square Roots of Negative Numbers
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 8-10