Number Systems and Radical Operations

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What is a radical?

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CCSS.8.NS.A.1

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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 (for square roots) or triplets (for cube roots) to simplify.

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What does it mean to add like radicals?

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Like radicals are radicals that have the same index and the same radicand. To add like radicals, you add their coefficients while keeping the radical part unchanged.

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What is the process to rationalize the denominator?

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To rationalize the denominator, multiply the numerator and denominator by a suitable radical that will eliminate the radical in the denominator.

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CCSS.HSN.RN.A.2

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What is a like radical? Give an example.

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How do you identify unlike radicals?

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