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Ch. R - Review of Basic Concepts
Lial - College Algebra 13th Edition
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If the expression is in exponential form, write it in radical form and evaluate if possible. If it is in radical form, write it in exponential form. Assume all variables represent positive real numbers. ⁵√ k²

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Identify the given expression: the fifth root of \( k^2 \), which is written as \( \sqrt[5]{k^2} \). This is in radical form.
Recall the relationship between radicals and exponents: \( \sqrt[n]{a^m} = a^{\frac{m}{n}} \). This means the \( n \)-th root of \( a^m \) can be written as \( a \) raised to the power \( \frac{m}{n} \).
Apply this rule to the expression \( \sqrt[5]{k^2} \) by rewriting it as \( k^{\frac{2}{5}} \). This converts the radical form into exponential form.
Since the problem asks to evaluate if possible and variables represent positive real numbers, note that \( k^{\frac{2}{5}} \) is already simplified and cannot be further evaluated without a specific value for \( k \).
Summarize: the radical expression \( \sqrt[5]{k^2} \) is equivalent to the exponential expression \( k^{\frac{2}{5}} \).

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Assumption of Positive Real Numbers

Assuming variables represent positive real numbers ensures that roots and fractional exponents are defined and real-valued. This assumption avoids complications with negative bases or complex numbers, allowing straightforward conversion between radical and exponential forms without considering absolute values or complex results.
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