Math Problem Statement
Simplify the expression by combining the radical terms using the indicated operation. Assume all variables are positive
Solution
To simplify the given expression:
[ \sqrt[3]{8x^{14}y^{23}} + \sqrt[3]{x^{14}y^{23}} - \sqrt[3]{8x^{13}y^5}, ]
we will:
- Break down each term inside the cube roots into factors for simplification.
- Combine like terms wherever possible.
Step 1: Simplify each cube root
First term:
The constant can be expressed as , so:
[ \sqrt[3]{8x^{14}y^{23}} = 2 \cdot \sqrt[3]{x^{14}y^{23}}. ]
Second term:
This term is already in its simplest form.
Third term:
Here, the constant , so:
[ \sqrt[3]{8x^{13}y^5} = 2 \cdot \sqrt[3]{x^{13}y^5}. ]
Step 2: Combine terms
Substitute the simplified forms back into the expression:
[ 2 \cdot \sqrt[3]{x^{14}y^{23}} + \sqrt[3]{x^{14}y^{23}} - 2 \cdot \sqrt[3]{x^{13}y^5}. ]
Combine like terms for :
[ 2 \cdot \sqrt[3]{x^{14}y^{23}} + \sqrt[3]{x^{14}y^{23}} = 3 \cdot \sqrt[3]{x^{14}y^{23}}. ]
Thus, the expression becomes:
[ 3 \cdot \sqrt[3]{x^{14}y^{23}} - 2 \cdot \sqrt[3]{x^{13}y^5}. ]
Final Simplified Expression:
[ 3 \cdot \sqrt[3]{x^{14}y^{23}} - 2 \cdot \sqrt[3]{x^{13}y^5}. ]
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Related Questions:
- How do cube roots simplify for variables with exponents?
- What happens when coefficients in front of radicals are combined?
- How can you simplify mixed radical expressions involving cube roots?
- Can this expression be factored further?
- How does the assumption of positive variables affect simplification?
Tip:
Always check if terms under radicals share common factors to simplify further or combine like terms.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Simplifying Radicals
Cube Roots
Combining Like Terms
Formulas
n-th root of a^b = a^(b/n)
Combining coefficients of like terms
Theorems
Properties of Exponents
Radical Simplification
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-12
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