Approximate solution for square root of sum of squares

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Homework Statement



If X^2=Sqrt(x1^2+x2^2+x3^2+...)=> X?

and vice versa
If X=x1+x2+x3+...=> X^2?


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The Attempt at a Solution

 
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hi mrafiee! welcome to pf! :smile:

(try using the X2 and X2 buttons just above the Reply box :wink:)

hint: factor out the largest one (say, x2), and then it's x2(1 + something) :smile: