Math Problem Statement

Express in simplest radical form.

square root of, 180, end square root

180​

Solution

To simplify the square root of 180, we begin by finding the prime factorization of 180:

180=22×32×5180 = 2^2 \times 3^2 \times 5

Now, break it down:

180=22×32×5\sqrt{180} = \sqrt{2^2 \times 3^2 \times 5}

Next, apply the square root to the perfect squares:

22=2and32=3\sqrt{2^2} = 2 \quad \text{and} \quad \sqrt{3^2} = 3

So,

180=2×3×5=65\sqrt{180} = 2 \times 3 \times \sqrt{5} = 6\sqrt{5}

Thus, the simplest radical form of 180\sqrt{180} is:

656\sqrt{5}

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Tip: Always look for perfect square factors when simplifying square roots!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Radicals
Simplifying Square Roots
Prime Factorization

Formulas

\(\sqrt{a \times b} = \sqrt{a} \times \sqrt{b}\)
Prime Factorization of a Number

Theorems

The Square Root Property

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10