Question 7
SurdsSimplify 1/(√3 + 2) in the form a + b√3
- A.−2 − √3
- B.−2 + √3
- C.2 − √3
- D.2 + √3
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (2 − √3)
Explanation
Multiply top and bottom by 2 − √3: (2 − √3)/(4 − 3) = 2 − √3.
Simplify 1/(√3 + 2) in the form a + b√3
Answer: C (2 − √3)
Multiply top and bottom by 2 − √3: (2 − √3)/(4 − 3) = 2 − √3.