Math Problem Statement
Simplify the expression: √5 (√10 + √2)
Solution
The expression shown in the image is:
We can simplify this by distributing over the terms inside the parentheses.
Step 1: Distribute
Step 2: Use the property
Step 3: Combine the results
Step 4: Simplify
Thus, the final simplified form is:
This is the simplest form of the given expression.
Would you like further clarification on any part of the process?
Here are 5 related questions for deeper understanding:
- How can you simplify radical expressions involving multiplication?
- What are the properties of square roots that are used for simplifying expressions?
- Can always be simplified, or are there cases where it cannot?
- How does distributing work when there are square roots involved?
- How would you handle expressions with cube roots instead of square roots?
Tip: Always look for perfect square factors inside square roots to simplify them easily!
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Radical expressions
Distributive property
Simplifying square roots
Formulas
√a × √b = √(a × b)
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-12