Math Problem Statement

6sqrt(2)+2sqrt(8)

Solution

Let's simplify the expression 62+286\sqrt{2} + 2\sqrt{8}.

  1. First, simplify 282\sqrt{8}. We know that 8=4×2=22\sqrt{8} = \sqrt{4 \times 2} = 2\sqrt{2}. So, 28=2×22=422\sqrt{8} = 2 \times 2\sqrt{2} = 4\sqrt{2}

  2. Now, substitute this back into the original expression: 62+426\sqrt{2} + 4\sqrt{2}

  3. Since both terms involve 2\sqrt{2}, we can combine them: (6+4)2=102(6 + 4)\sqrt{2} = 10\sqrt{2}

So, the simplified expression is 102\boxed{10\sqrt{2}}.

Would you like a more detailed explanation or have any questions about the solution? Here are some related questions:

  1. How do we simplify square roots like 18\sqrt{18}?
  2. Can we simplify expressions with cube roots in a similar way?
  3. What is the difference between rationalizing and simplifying square roots?
  4. How do you combine square roots with different radicands (e.g., 2+3\sqrt{2} + \sqrt{3})?
  5. How do you simplify a sum of square roots in higher powers (e.g., 16+64\sqrt{16} + \sqrt{64})?

Tip: Always look for ways to break down square roots into smaller, familiar parts to simplify them, especially when they involve factors of perfect squares.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Radical Expressions
Simplification of Square Roots

Formulas

√(a × b) = √a × √b
a√b + c√b = (a + c)√b

Theorems

Properties of Square Roots

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9