Math Problem Statement
Solution
The image shows a set of problems that ask to rationalize the denominators of various radical expressions. Let's go through them one by one to rationalize the denominators:
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To rationalize:
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Multiply both the numerator and the denominator by :
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This is equivalent to:
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Multiply both the numerator and the denominator by :
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Multiply both the numerator and the denominator by :
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Here are five related questions to extend your understanding:
- How do you rationalize a denominator with two terms, such as ?
- What is the importance of rationalizing denominators in simplifying expressions?
- Can you rationalize the denominator of ?
- How do you handle the rationalization when the denominator is a cube root?
- What is the connection between rationalizing denominators and simplifying radical expressions in general?
Tip: When rationalizing denominators with binomials, multiplying by the conjugate of the denominator simplifies the expression effectively.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Rationalizing Denominators
Radicals
Formulas
To rationalize \(\frac{a}{\sqrt{b}}\), multiply both numerator and denominator by \(\sqrt{b}\).
For binomial denominators, use the conjugate \((a + \sqrt{b})(a - \sqrt{b}) = a^2 - b\).
Theorems
Rationalizing denominators involves removing square roots from the denominator by multiplying by a suitable form of 1 (usually the conjugate or the same root).
Suitable Grade Level
Grade 9-10
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