Simplifying Radicals

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What is the process of simplifying a radical?

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To simplify a radical, factor the number under the radical into its prime factors, then pair the factors to take them out of the radical.

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Simplify √45

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3√5

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Simplify √243

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9√3

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What is the radicand in a radical expression?

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The radicand is the number or expression under the radical sign.

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Simplify √96

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4√6

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What does the radical sign represent?

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The radical sign represents the square root of a number.

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CCSS.8.NS.A.1

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CCSS.HSA.CED.A.4

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