Math Problem Statement

Express in simplest form with a rational denominator. start fraction, 1, divided by, square root of, 27, end square root, end fraction 27 ​

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Solution

We are given the expression 127\frac{1}{\sqrt{27}} and need to express it in its simplest form with a rational denominator.

Steps:

  1. Simplify the square root:

    • 27\sqrt{27} can be simplified because 27 is 9×39 \times 3, and 9=3\sqrt{9} = 3.
    • So, 27=9×3=9×3=33\sqrt{27} = \sqrt{9 \times 3} = \sqrt{9} \times \sqrt{3} = 3\sqrt{3}.
  2. Rewrite the expression:

    • The expression becomes 133\frac{1}{3\sqrt{3}}.
  3. Rationalize the denominator:

    • To eliminate the square root from the denominator, multiply both the numerator and the denominator by 3\sqrt{3}.
    • 133×33=33×3=39\frac{1}{3\sqrt{3}} \times \frac{\sqrt{3}}{\sqrt{3}} = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{3 \times 3} = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{9}.

Thus, the simplest form of 127\frac{1}{\sqrt{27}} with a rational denominator is 39\frac{\sqrt{3}}{9}.

Would you like further details or have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions:

  1. How do you simplify other square roots like 75\sqrt{75}?
  2. What is the process for rationalizing denominators with larger square roots?
  3. How do you handle cube roots in denominators?
  4. What is the general formula for rationalizing denominators with higher roots?
  5. What are some tips for recognizing perfect squares in expressions?

Tip: Always check if the square root can be simplified by factoring it into perfect squares.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Simplifying Square Roots
Rationalizing Denominators

Formulas

√(a * b) = √a * √b
Multiply numerator and denominator by the same value to rationalize a denominator

Theorems

Rationalizing Denominators

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9