Math Problem Statement

5√3 - 5√6 + 2√3 - √6

Solution

To solve the expression 5356+2365\sqrt{3} - 5\sqrt{6} + 2\sqrt{3} - \sqrt{6}, we'll combine like terms.

Step 1: Combine the terms with 3\sqrt{3}

53+23=(5+2)3=735\sqrt{3} + 2\sqrt{3} = (5 + 2)\sqrt{3} = 7\sqrt{3}

Step 2: Combine the terms with 6\sqrt{6}

566=(51)6=66-5\sqrt{6} - \sqrt{6} = (-5 - 1)\sqrt{6} = -6\sqrt{6}

Step 3: Write the final expression

73667\sqrt{3} - 6\sqrt{6}

So, the final answer is 7366\boxed{7\sqrt{3} - 6\sqrt{6}}.

Would you like further details or have any questions? Here are five related questions to explore further:

  1. How can you simplify an expression with different square roots?
  2. What is the geometric interpretation of square roots in expressions?
  3. How would this process change if the coefficients were fractions?
  4. What are like terms, and why is it important to identify them?
  5. How do square roots relate to exponents and their operations?

Tip: When simplifying expressions with square roots, always group and combine like terms to simplify the process.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Radicals
Like Terms

Formulas

Combining Like Terms in Radical Expressions

Theorems

No specific theorem is directly applied.

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10