What is the square root of –16?

–8i

–4i

4i

8i

Verified Answer :

It's 4 ..because no matter if it positive or negative 16, the square root will always be 4

Answer:

4i

Step-by-step explanation:

We have to find the value of \(\sqrt{-16}\)

We can write -16 = -1 × 16

\(\sqrt{-1\times16}\)

Now, use the rule \(\sqrt{ab}=\sqrt a\times\sqrt b\)

\(\sqrt{-1}\times\sqrt{16}\)

Now, we know that  \(\sqrt{-1}=i\)

Thus, we have

\(i\times\sqrt{16}\)

This, can be further simplified as 4i

Third option is correct.