Math Problem Statement
Solution
Let's go over the first question:
The expression given is:
We simplify this by combining like terms:
So, the simplified form of the expression is:
This matches option a. So, the correct answer is a.
For the second question:
The expression is:
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Combine the terms with :
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The stays as it is.
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Simplify :
So, the expression becomes:
Finally, combine the terms:
Thus, the simplified form is:
This matches option a.
Would you like further details or have any questions about these solutions?
Here are 5 related questions for more practice:
- Simplify .
- What is in its simplest form?
- Simplify .
- Find the value of .
- Simplify .
Tip: When simplifying square roots, always group terms with the same radicals first before combining them.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Simplification of Radicals
Algebra
Formulas
Combining like terms of square roots
Theorems
Properties of square roots
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-10