Simplify the Expression $$3 \sqrt [ 3 ] { a } + \sqrt [ 3 ] { 64 a }$$

question 577

Multiple Choice

Simplify the expression. Assume all variables represent positive real numbers.
- $$3 \sqrt [ 3 ] { a } + \sqrt [ 3 ] { 64 a }$$

• A) \(4 \sqrt [ 3 ] { 64 a }\)
• B) \(12 \sqrt [ 3 ] { a }\)
• C) \(3 \sqrt [ 3 ] { a } + \sqrt [ 3 ] { 64 a }\)
• D) \(7 \sqrt [ 3 ] { a }\)

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