Converting Rational to Radical

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What is the definition of a rational exponent?

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A rational exponent is an exponent that is a fraction, where the numerator indicates the power and the denominator indicates the root.

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Convert the expression 16^(1/4) to radical form.

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The radical form is √[4]{16}.

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What is the radicand in the expression √[3]{x^2y}?

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The radicand is x^2y.

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Simplify the expression 25^(3/2).

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The simplified form is 125.

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What does it mean to simplify a radical expression?

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To simplify a radical expression means to rewrite it in its simplest form, removing any perfect squares, cubes, etc.

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Convert the expression 81^(2/4) to exponential form.

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The exponential form is 81^(1/2).

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What is the value of 36^(1/2)?

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The value is 6.

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Identify the integer result of 27^(2/3).

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The integer result is 9.

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What is the definition of a radicand?

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The radicand is the number or expression inside a radical symbol.

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Convert the expression √(x^4) to exponential form.

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The exponential form is x^(4/2) or x^2.