Math Problem Statement

√20 - √15

Solution

The image shows the mathematical expression:

2015\sqrt{20} - \sqrt{15}

To simplify or approximate this expression, let's first break down the square roots:

20=4×5=25\sqrt{20} = \sqrt{4 \times 5} = 2\sqrt{5} 15=3×5\sqrt{15} = \sqrt{3 \times 5}

So the expression becomes:

25152\sqrt{5} - \sqrt{15}

Since these terms involve different square roots, the expression cannot be simplified further in an exact form. However, if you need an approximate decimal value, we can calculate it:

204.472and153.873\sqrt{20} \approx 4.472 \quad \text{and} \quad \sqrt{15} \approx 3.873 20154.4723.873=0.599\sqrt{20} - \sqrt{15} \approx 4.472 - 3.873 = 0.599

Thus, the approximate value of the expression is 0.599.

Would you like more details or further clarification?

Here are five related questions for deeper understanding:

  1. How would you handle expressions involving the addition of square roots?
  2. Can you simplify an expression like 502\sqrt{50} - \sqrt{2}?
  3. How do you handle square roots of non-perfect squares?
  4. What is the relationship between square roots and powers?
  5. What are the common approximations for square roots of small non-perfect square numbers?

Tip: When working with square roots that don't have an exact simplification, consider approximating them using a calculator if a decimal form is acceptable.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Square Roots
Simplification of Radicals

Formulas

√a - √b
√20 = √(4×5) = 2√5
√15 = √(3×5)

Theorems

Simplification of square roots
Approximation of square roots

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-10