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Simplifying Odd-Indexed Roots in Machine Calibration

A calibration technician encounters the expression (w−10)33\sqrt[3]{(w - 10)^3} in a technical manual for adjusting machine widths. The technician simplifies the expression to w−10w - 10. Briefly explain the mathematical reason the technician recalled that allows them to simplify this odd-indexed root without needing absolute value bars.

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