Algebra 2 - Why do we rationalize the denominator with complex numbers, (6 + 8i)/9i

Algebra 2 - Why do we rationalize the denominator with complex numbers, (6 + 8i)/9i

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11th Grade - University

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The video tutorial covers various number systems, including integers, square numbers, irrational numbers, and imaginary numbers. It explains the concept of irrational numbers and how they differ from rational numbers. The tutorial also demonstrates techniques for rationalizing denominators and introduces operations with imaginary numbers, emphasizing the importance of understanding these concepts in mathematics.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of number is the square root of 2?

Complex number

Rational number

Imaginary number

Irrational number

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why can't we divide a rational number by an irrational number without approximation?

Because irrational numbers are finite

Because irrational numbers are infinite

Because rational numbers are infinite

Because rational numbers are finite

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the process called when we remove an irrational number from the denominator?

Multiplying by zero

Dividing by one

Rationalizing the denominator

Simplifying the numerator

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the imaginary unit 'i' represent?

The square root of 0

The square root of 2

The square root of 1

The square root of -1

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do you simplify an expression with 'i' in the denominator?

Divide by i on both numerator and denominator

Multiply by i on both numerator and denominator

Multiply by i on the numerator

Divide by i on the numerator