Simplify square roots with a coefficient
Find the largest perfect square that divides the number inside the root, and take its root outside.
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Simplify 5√18. Write the answer like 3√5.
Answer: 15√2
Simplify 2√112. Write the answer like 3√5.
Answer: 8√7
Simplify 5√45. Write the answer like 3√5.
Answer: 15√5
Tip: Find the largest perfect square that divides the number inside the root, and take its root outside.
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