Math Problem Statement

Simplify the square root of 5/2.

Solution

The image shows the expression 52\sqrt{\frac{5}{2}}, which is the square root of the fraction 52\frac{5}{2}.

To simplify this:

52=52\sqrt{\frac{5}{2}} = \frac{\sqrt{5}}{\sqrt{2}}

We can rationalize the denominator by multiplying the numerator and denominator by 2\sqrt{2}:

52×22=5×22=102\frac{\sqrt{5}}{\sqrt{2}} \times \frac{\sqrt{2}}{\sqrt{2}} = \frac{\sqrt{5} \times \sqrt{2}}{2} = \frac{\sqrt{10}}{2}

Thus, the simplified form of 52\sqrt{\frac{5}{2}} is:

102\frac{\sqrt{10}}{2}

Would you like further details on this process or have any specific questions?

Here are 5 related questions you might find helpful:

  1. How do you simplify the square root of a fraction?
  2. Why is rationalizing the denominator important?
  3. How do you approximate square roots like 10\sqrt{10}?
  4. Can square roots of fractions always be simplified this way?
  5. What are other methods for simplifying square root expressions?

Tip: When working with square roots of fractions, always check if the denominator can be simplified or rationalized for easier handling.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Square Roots
Rationalizing Denominators
Algebra

Formulas

Square root of a fraction: \(\sqrt{\frac{a}{b}} = \frac{\sqrt{a}}{\sqrt{b}}\)
Rationalizing the denominator: \(\frac{\sqrt{a}}{\sqrt{b}} \times \frac{\sqrt{b}}{\sqrt{b}} = \frac{\sqrt{a} \cdot \sqrt{b}}{b}\)

Theorems

Square Root Properties
Rationalizing Denominators

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-10