WARM UP:
√80
√252
When you have a square root in a denominator that is not a
perfect square, you should rationalize the denominator.
To do this, make the denominator a rational number without
changing the value of the denominator.
** TRICK -- Multiply by a "clever" form of 1.
1. Multiply by a clever form of 1.
2. Simplify.
Simplifying Radical Expressions
(with variables)
Perfect Squares
Note: x3 = x5 =
x9 =
HW # 114: Worksheet Rationalize Denominator
Worksheet Simplify Radicals w Variables (odds)