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Problem 5

Problem 5 · 2025 Math Kangaroo Easy
Algebra & Patterns number-systems

Which of the following expressions has the same value as \(\sqrt{16^{16}}\)?

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Answer: C — \(4^{16}\)
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Hint 1 of 2
Write 16 as a power of 4, then take the square root by halving the exponent.
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Hint 2 of 2
√(1616) = 168, and 16 = 4².
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Approach: convert to a common base and halve the exponent
  1. √(1616) = 168.
  2. Since 16 = 4², 168 = 416.
  3. Answer: 416.
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