Math Problem Statement
Solution
The question appears to involve rationalizing the denominator of the following expressions:
Let's solve both parts by rationalizing the denominators.
Part (a):
To rationalize this, we need to multiply both the numerator and the denominator by the conjugate of the denominator. The conjugate of is .
Simplify the denominator:
Now, the expression becomes:
Cancel out the 2 in the numerator and denominator:
So, the final answer is:
Since , we can simplify further:
Part (b):
We can rationalize the denominator by simplifying the square root of 8:
So, the expression becomes:
Now, multiply both the numerator and the denominator by to rationalize the denominator:
So, the final answer is:
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Related questions:
- How do you multiply radicals when rationalizing the denominator?
- What are conjugates, and how are they used in rationalizing expressions?
- Can you apply the same method for rationalizing complex numbers?
- Why is it important to rationalize denominators?
- How do you simplify radicals like or ?
Tip: When rationalizing denominators, always look for the conjugate of the denominator in case of binomial radicals.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Rationalizing Denominators
Simplifying Radicals
Conjugates in Radicals
Formulas
Conjugate Multiplication: (a - b)(a + b) = a^2 - b^2
Simplifying square roots: \( \sqrt{a} \times \sqrt{b} = \sqrt{ab} \)
Theorems
Rationalization of Radicals
Difference of Squares
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12