Math Problem Statement

Simplify the expression √5x · √15x^5

Solution

The expression you provided is:

5x15x5\sqrt{5x} \cdot \sqrt{15x^5}

To simplify this, we can first combine the square roots under one radical, as follows:

5x15x5=(5x)(15x5)\sqrt{5x} \cdot \sqrt{15x^5} = \sqrt{(5x) \cdot (15x^5)}

Now, multiply the terms inside the square root:

=75x6= \sqrt{75x^6}

Next, we simplify the square root:

75x6=253x6=253x6\sqrt{75x^6} = \sqrt{25 \cdot 3 \cdot x^6} = \sqrt{25} \cdot \sqrt{3} \cdot \sqrt{x^6}

We know that 25=5\sqrt{25} = 5 and x6=x3\sqrt{x^6} = x^3, so the expression becomes:

5x335x^3 \cdot \sqrt{3}

Thus, the simplified form of the expression is:

5x335x^3\sqrt{3}

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Here are some related questions to deepen understanding:

  1. How do you simplify square roots with variables?
  2. What are the rules for multiplying square roots?
  3. How do you simplify the square root of a product of numbers?
  4. What is the process of rationalizing a square root?
  5. How do you deal with fractional exponents?

Tip: Always break down square roots by separating perfect squares from non-perfect squares to simplify calculations.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Square Roots
Exponents
Simplification

Formulas

√a · √b = √(a · b)
√(x^n) = x^(n/2) for even powers of x

Theorems

Laws of Radicals
Properties of Exponents

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-10