What is 382 ?

3 Answers
Aug 31, 2017

382=24

Explanation:

We need to find 382. Since squaring and square rooting are inverse functions, they cancel out, leaving just 38=24.

Aug 31, 2017

382=4

Explanation:

Assuming the intended expression was 382, we find:

382=3(23)2=3(22)3=22=4

Aug 31, 2017

Assuming 382, we could also write this as:

382=823=(23)23=22=4

This used:

  • bxa=xab
  • (xa)b=xab

And the ability to prime factorize, that is, know that 8=222=23.