Math Problem Statement

3 -√15 + √21 - √35

Solution

To simplify the expression 315+21353\sqrt{15} + \sqrt{21} - \sqrt{35}, let's look at each term:

  1. None of the square roots can be simplified further because none of the numbers inside the square roots (1515, 2121, or 3535) are perfect squares or have a common factor that is a perfect square.

  2. Since all of the square roots are in their simplest form, the terms cannot be combined directly because they involve different radicals.

Thus, the expression remains:

315+21353\sqrt{15} + \sqrt{21} - \sqrt{35}

This is the simplified form.

Would you like more details on why these roots can't be simplified?

Here are 5 questions related to this concept:

  1. How do you simplify square roots involving perfect squares?
  2. What does it mean for a square root to be in its simplest form?
  3. How can you combine or add radical expressions?
  4. What methods exist to estimate non-perfect square roots?
  5. Can square roots with different radicands be factored in any way?

Tip: When simplifying square roots, always check if the number under the root has any perfect square factors.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Radicals
Simplifying Square Roots
Addition and Subtraction of Radical Expressions

Formulas

No specific formulas, but knowledge of simplifying square roots and combining like terms is needed.

Theorems

Radical Expressions Theorem: Square roots can only be added or subtracted if the radicands (the numbers inside the square root) are the same.

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10