Math Problem Statement
Simplify the mathematical expression \(\frac{3\sqrt{20}}{2\sqrt{8}}\).
Solution
The expression in the image you uploaded is:
Let's simplify this step by step:
Step 1: Simplify each square root.
Step 2: Substitute these into the original expression:
Step 3: Simplify the fraction.
Step 4: Rationalize the denominator.
To remove the square root from the denominator, multiply both the numerator and the denominator by :
Final Answer:
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Tip: When simplifying square roots, always look for perfect squares to factor out!
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Simplification of square roots
Fraction simplification
Rationalization of denominators
Formulas
\(\sqrt{a \cdot b} = \sqrt{a} \cdot \sqrt{b}\)
Rationalization: \(\frac{1}{\sqrt{b}} = \frac{\sqrt{b}}{b}\)
Theorems
Properties of square roots
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 8-10