5.2c Rationalizing Binomial Denominators

5.2c Rationalizing Binomial Denominators
Investigate:
Given
, how would you rationalize the denominator?
To rationalize an expression with a binomial denominator, multiply
the numerator and denominator by the conjugate of the denominator.
Ex.
What is the restriction on the variable for...
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Assignment: Sec. 5.2c p.290 # 9-11, 13, 14, 19, 17*, 22*
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