How can conjugate be used to simplify a fraction with a radical expression in its denominator.
Answer to Problem 33MCQ
The fraction which has radical expression in its denominator can be solved by rationalizing the numerator and denominator by the conjugate of radical expression its denominator.
Explanation of Solution
Given information: We have given a fraction with a radical expression in its denominator.
Calculation: Since the given fraction has a radical expression in its denominator. Therefore first rationalize the numerator and denominator of given fraction with the conjugate radical expression in its denominator. And then the given fraction can be simplified.
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