Rationalizing the

Denominator
Rationalizing the Denominator
 It is often useful to eliminate the radical in a
denominator by multiplying the numerator and the
denominator by an appropriate expression.
Example 1:
 Example 2:
Rationalize the denominator of .
Solution:
 Example 3:
Rationalize the denominator of .
Solution:
The rationalizing factor of the denominator of the is So,
the rationalizing factor of is =
 Example 4:
Rationalize the denominator of .
Solution:
Reducing the Index of a Radical
 The index of the radical can be reduced if the greatest
common factor (GCF) of the index and the exponents
of the radicand is greater than 1.
Example 1:

=
 Example 2:
Simplify by reducing the index.
Solution:
=
=
=
 Example 3:
Simplify .
Solution:
 Example 4:
Simplify
Solution:
Adding and Subtracting
Radical Expressions
 Examples:
Perform the indicated operation/s.

Solutions:
 Examples:
Perform the indicated operation/s.

Solutions:
1.
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Activity:
Seatwork #4
Answer Firm up letter b on page 161
Assignment #2
Answer Firm up letter A on page 166