JAMB Mathematics 1979 Question 32

Question 32

Indices

Find the value of (4¼)6

  1. A.1
  2. B.2
  3. C.4
  4. D.6
  5. E.8.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: E (8.)

Explanation

(4^¼)⁶ = 4^(6/4) = 4^(3/2) = (√4)³ = 2³ = 8.