Simplifying Radicals

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What is a radical in mathematics?

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A radical is a symbol used to represent the root of a number, most commonly the square root.

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How do you simplify a radical expression?

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To simplify a radical expression, factor the number under the radical into its prime factors and look for pairs of factors.

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Simplify: √36

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6

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Simplify: √64

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8

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What is the square root of a number?

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The square root of a number is a value that, when multiplied by itself, gives the original number.

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Simplify: √50

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5√2

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Simplify: √18

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3√2

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What does it mean to simplify a radical?

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To simplify a radical means to express it in its simplest form, removing any perfect square factors.

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Simplify: 2√12

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4√3

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What is the product of two radicals?

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The product of two radicals can be simplified by multiplying the numbers under the radicals and then simplifying the resulting radical.