Use Radical Notation to Rewrite the Expression $( - 64 ) ^ { 4 / 3 }$

question 32

Multiple Choice

Use radical notation to rewrite the expression. Simplify, if possible.
- $( - 64 ) ^ { 4 / 3 }$

• A) not a real number
• B) 256
• C) 4096
• D) \(- 256\)

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Definitions:

Ionizing Power

The ability of a chemical or physical agent to ionize atoms or molecules by altering their charge through the removal or addition of electrons.

Radioactive Particle

Particles emitted from nuclei as a result of nuclear instability, including alpha particles, beta particles, and gamma rays.

Penetrating Power

The ability of a form of radiation to pass through material, depending on the type of radiation and the material's characteristics.

Ionizing Radiation

Radiation with enough energy to remove tightly bound electrons from atoms, thus creating ions and causing molecular damage.