WAEC Mathematics 2008 Question 10

Question 10

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Simplify: ∛(27x3y9)

  1. A.9xy3
  2. B.3xy6
  3. C.3xy3
  4. D.9y3
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (3xy3)

Explanation

Take the cube root of each factor: ∛27 = 3, ∛x3 = x, ∛y9 = y3.