What is the solution of the equation? 4(y 2) = 32 a. 6 b. –10 c. 10 d. 4?
Mathematics · High School · Thu Feb 04 2021
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Given the equation:
4 (y^2) = 32
Solve for y.
Solution:
In order to solve for y, we divide first both sides by 4.
4 (y^2) = 32
4 (y^2)/4 = 32/4
y^2 = 8
Take the square root of both sides by enclosing with a radical sign or raising both sides by ½.
(y^2)^½ = (8)^½
y = 2.82
Final answer:
y = 2.82