Math Problem Statement

(√10 - √7) · (√10 + √7)

Solution

The problem given is to calculate:

(107)(10+7)(\sqrt{10} - \sqrt{7}) \cdot (\sqrt{10} + \sqrt{7})

This is a difference of squares formula, which states:

(ab)(a+b)=a2b2(a - b)(a + b) = a^2 - b^2

In this case:

  • a=10a = \sqrt{10}
  • b=7b = \sqrt{7}

Now applying the formula:

(107)(10+7)=(10)2(7)2(\sqrt{10} - \sqrt{7}) \cdot (\sqrt{10} + \sqrt{7}) = (\sqrt{10})^2 - (\sqrt{7})^2

This simplifies to:

107=310 - 7 = 3

Thus, the result is 33.

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Here are 5 related questions:

  1. What is the difference of squares formula?
  2. How can you expand a binomial like (a+b)(ab)(a + b)(a - b)?
  3. What happens if you apply this to complex numbers?
  4. Can you apply the same concept to cubes instead of squares?
  5. How does the difference of squares apply to higher-order polynomials?

Tip: The difference of squares is a powerful tool in simplifying expressions and solving equations! Always look for patterns like a2b2a^2 - b^2.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Radicals
Difference of Squares

Formulas

(a - b)(a + b) = a^2 - b^2

Theorems

Difference of Squares

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11