CCGPS Geometry ( ) UNIT QUESTION: In what ways can algebraic methods be used in problems solving? Standard: MCC9-12.N.RN.1-3, N.CN.1-3, A.APR.1 Today’s Question: How do we simplify square roots with numbers and variables? Standard: MCC9-12.N.RN.1
Square Roots and Simplifying Radicals
Prime Numbers …
Numbers or variables under the radical sign
1. No perfect square factors other than 1 are under the radical. 2. No fractions are under the radical. 3. No radicals are in the denominator.
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Factor Trees to Prime Factorization 54
Factor Trees to Prime Factorization 98
When you have a pair, bring the number out. EX:1 Simplify.
When you have a pair, bring the number out. EX:2 Simplify
EX:3
EX:4 Simplify.
You try!
Variables as Radicands Even Exponent – ODD Exponent – Take HALF out (nothing left under the radical) Leave ONE under the radical and take HALF of the rest out
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