Mathematics 0580 · IGCSE · Powers and roots

Powers and roots — practice question

(a(i))[1]

Find the value of $(\frac{1}{4})^{0.5}$.

(a(ii))[1]

Find the value of $(-8)^{\frac{2}{3}}$ from the expression given.

(b)[1]

Use a calculator to determine the decimal value of $\frac{\sqrt{29 - 3 \times 32^{0.4}}}{3}$.

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