Math Problem Statement

c=sqrt ((sqrt10+sqrt7)^2 + (sqrt10-sqrt7)^2)

Solution

Let's simplify the given expression step by step:

c=(10+7)2+(107)2c = \sqrt{\left( \sqrt{10} + \sqrt{7} \right)^2 + \left( \sqrt{10} - \sqrt{7} \right)^2}

Step 1: Expand the squares

First, we'll expand both squared terms:

  1. (10+7)2=(10)2+2×10×7+(7)2=10+270+7=17+270\left( \sqrt{10} + \sqrt{7} \right)^2 = \left( \sqrt{10} \right)^2 + 2 \times \sqrt{10} \times \sqrt{7} + \left( \sqrt{7} \right)^2 = 10 + 2\sqrt{70} + 7 = 17 + 2\sqrt{70}
  2. (107)2=(10)22×10×7+(7)2=10270+7=17270\left( \sqrt{10} - \sqrt{7} \right)^2 = \left( \sqrt{10} \right)^2 - 2 \times \sqrt{10} \times \sqrt{7} + \left( \sqrt{7} \right)^2 = 10 - 2\sqrt{70} + 7 = 17 - 2\sqrt{70}

Step 2: Add the two terms

Now, add the two expanded expressions:

(17+270)+(17270)=17+17=34\left( 17 + 2\sqrt{70} \right) + \left( 17 - 2\sqrt{70} \right) = 17 + 17 = 34

Step 3: Take the square root

Finally, take the square root of 34:

c=34c = \sqrt{34}

So, the simplified expression for cc is:

c=34c = \sqrt{34}

Would you like more details or any further steps? Here are 5 related questions you might find useful:

  1. What happens if we change the numbers inside the square roots?
  2. How can I simplify expressions with nested square roots?
  3. What is the geometric interpretation of the expression (a+b)2+(ab)2\sqrt{(a+b)^2 + (a-b)^2}?
  4. How do you handle square roots of sums and differences?
  5. What are some tricks for simplifying expressions involving radicals?

Tip: Always try to simplify square roots and like terms before proceeding with more complex operations.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Radical Expressions
Square Roots

Formulas

(a + b)^2 = a^2 + 2ab + b^2
(a - b)^2 = a^2 - 2ab + b^2
sqrt(A + B) = sqrt(A) + sqrt(B) (when applicable)

Theorems

Properties of Square Roots
Algebraic Expansion

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11