Math Problem Statement
Solution
The problem provided in the image is as follows:
Simplification:
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Simplify the denominator:
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- So, .
The expression now becomes:
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Rationalize the denominator: Multiply the numerator and denominator by to eliminate the square root in the denominator:
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Simplify further:
- ,
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So the numerator becomes , and the denominator is :
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Simplify the fraction:
Final Answer:
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Related Questions:
- How is the square root of a product () simplified?
- What is the process for rationalizing a denominator involving square roots?
- How does simplifying fractions with radicals work?
- Why does simplify to ?
- What are other examples of rationalizing denominators?
Tip:
Always check for perfect squares in the radicand when simplifying square roots.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Simplification of Radicals
Rationalization of Denominators
Fraction Simplification
Formulas
Product Rule for Radicals: \( \sqrt{a} \cdot \sqrt{b} = \sqrt{ab} \)
Rationalizing Denominators: Multiply numerator and denominator by \( \sqrt{b} \) to eliminate square roots.
Theorems
Simplification of square roots (e.g., \( \sqrt{ab} = \sqrt{a} \cdot \sqrt{b} \))
Basic rules of fractions
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-11