Algebra 2 - Simplify a negative radical using the imaginary unit i, sqrt(-64)

The video tutorial explains how to handle the square root of negative numbers by introducing the concept of complex numbers. It demonstrates the process of rewriting sqrt(-64) as 64 times -1 and applying the rules of radicals to simplify the expression. The tutorial concludes by representing sqrt(-1) as 'i', leading to the final solution.

What is the rewritten form of sqrt(-64) according to the text?

What is the significance of separating radicans by multiplication?

Explain the rules of radicals mentioned in the text.

How can the square root of products be simplified according to the text?

What are the square roots of 64 and -1 as described in the text?