Simplifying Radical Expressions

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The 'n' in the expression is called the _______________.

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Index

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The number or expression inside of a radical is called the ____________

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Radicand

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What is the simplified form of √140?

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2√35

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Simplify √60.

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2√15

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Simplify the following radical: √150.

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5√6

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What is a radical expression?

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An expression that includes a root, such as a square root or cube root.

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What does it mean to simplify a radical expression?

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To rewrite the expression in a simpler form without changing its value.

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What is the square root of 16?

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4

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What is the product property of square roots?

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√a * √b = √(a*b) for non-negative a and b.

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What is the quotient property of square roots?

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√(a/b) = √a / √b for non-negative a and b.