add, subtract, multiply, divide radicals and rational exponents

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What is a radical?

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A radical is an expression that includes a root, such as a square root (√) or cube root (∛).

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How do you simplify the expression -11√21 - 11√21?

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The expression simplifies to -22√21.

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What is the process to add radicals?

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To add radicals, combine like terms. For example, 3√2 + 2√2 = 5√2.

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How do you simplify 3√8 + 3√2?

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This simplifies to 9√2.

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What is the rule for multiplying radicals?

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To multiply radicals, multiply the numbers inside the roots and then simplify if possible. For example, √a * √b = √(a*b).

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How do you divide radicals?

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To divide radicals, divide the numbers inside the roots and simplify if possible. For example, √a / √b = √(a/b).

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What is a rational exponent?

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How do you convert a radical to a rational exponent?

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How do you simplify the expression 3√18 - √32 + 4√72?

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This simplifies to 29√2.