Mastering the Squareroot Function: Tips and Troubleshooting

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In summary, the square root function is used to find the number that, when multiplied by itself, gives the input number. It can be found using a calculator or through manual estimation. The domain and range of the function are all positive real numbers. In real life, the square root function is used in various fields such as engineering, physics, and finance. It differs from a cube root, which is the number that, when multiplied by itself three times, gives the input number.
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Having trouble to do the part circled. Any help will be most appreciated.
 

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Multiply the numerator and denominator (1) of the first expression by (sqrt(x^2)+1). Expand the numerator.
 

1. What is the function of square root?

The square root function is used to find the number that, when multiplied by itself, gives the input number. It is represented by the symbol √ and is the inverse function of squaring a number.

2. How do you find the square root of a number?

To find the square root of a number, you can use a calculator or manually estimate it by finding the closest perfect square that is less than the given number. Then, you can use a method such as long division or the Babylonian method to find the square root.

3. What is the domain and range of the square root function?

The domain of the square root function is all positive real numbers, since the square root of a negative number is not a real number. The range is also all positive real numbers, as the output of the function can never be negative.

4. How is the square root function used in real life?

The square root function is used in various fields such as engineering, physics, and finance. It can be used to calculate the distance between two points, determine the sides of a right triangle, and find the average rate of change in financial investments.

5. What is the difference between a square root and a cube root?

A square root is the number that, when multiplied by itself, gives the input number. A cube root, on the other hand, is the number that, when multiplied by itself three times, gives the input number. In other words, a square root is the inverse of squaring a number, while a cube root is the inverse of cubing a number.

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