JAMB Mathematics 1992 Question 6

Question 6

Surds

Simplify 5√18 − 3√72 + 4√50

  1. A.17√4
  2. B.4√17
  3. C.17√2
  4. D.12√4
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (17√2)

Explanation

5√18 = 15√2, 3√72 = 18√2 and 4√50 = 20√2. So the total is (15 − 18 + 20)√2 = 17√2.