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Solve the equation and express each solution in a+bi form x^4-7x^2-8=0

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Answer:

The answer is B

Explanation:

User Rodrigues
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Answer:

x = ±2√2, ±i

Explanation:

Step 1: Factor

(x² - 8)(x² + 1)

Step 2: Find roots

x² - 8 = 0

x² = 8

x = ±2√2

x² + 1 = 0

x² = -1

x = ±i

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