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Advanced MathEasyNegative square root of 49

Advanced Math practice question

If x² = 49 and x is negative, what is the value of x?

Answer: -7

Both 7 and −7 square to 49; the negative one is −7.

Common wrong answers

If you answered 7
7 is the positive root.
If you answered -49
−49 is the negative of the square, not a root.
If you answered -24.5
−24.5 halves 49.

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