Big Ideas Math - Algebra 1, A Common Core Curriculum

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ISBN 10: 978-1-60840-838-2
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Chapter 10 - Radical Functions and Equations - Maintaining Mathematical Proficiency - Page 541: 3

Answer

$-20$.

Work Step by Step

The given expression is $=5\left (\frac{\sqrt{81}}{3} -7\right )$ Use $81=9^2$. $=5\left (\frac{\sqrt{9^2}}{3} -7\right )$ Evaluate the square root. $=5\left (\frac{9}{3} -7\right )$ Divide. $=5\left (3 -7\right )$ Subtract. $=5\left (-4\right )$ Multiply. $=-20$.
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