Math Problem Statement

Rationalize the denominator of the expression \( \frac{1}{\sqrt{x}} \).

Solution

The problem shown in the image asks you to "Rationalize the denominator" for the expression:

1x\frac{1}{\sqrt{x}}

To rationalize the denominator, we need to eliminate the square root in the denominator by multiplying both the numerator and the denominator by x\sqrt{x}:

1xxx=xx\frac{1}{\sqrt{x}} \cdot \frac{\sqrt{x}}{\sqrt{x}} = \frac{\sqrt{x}}{x}

Now, the denominator is rationalized, and the final expression is:

xx\frac{\sqrt{x}}{x}

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Here are 5 related questions:

  1. How do you rationalize a denominator involving cube roots?
  2. Can the same process be applied to rationalize 12x\frac{1}{\sqrt{2x}}?
  3. Why is rationalizing the denominator important in simplifying expressions?
  4. How do you rationalize denominators with sums involving radicals?
  5. What happens when you rationalize the denominator of complex fractions with radicals?

Tip: Always check for any opportunity to simplify further after rationalizing the denominator!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Rationalization
Radicals

Formulas

\( \frac{1}{\sqrt{x}} \times \frac{\sqrt{x}}{\sqrt{x}} = \frac{\sqrt{x}}{x} \)

Theorems

Rationalizing the denominator

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10