Question 7
SurdsSimplify √3/(√3 − 1) + √3/(√3 + 1)
- A.½
- B.½√3
- C.3
- D.2√3
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (3)
Explanation
Over the common denominator (√3 − 1)(√3 + 1) = 2: [√3(√3 + 1) + √3(√3 − 1)]/2 = (3 + 3)/2 = 3.
Simplify √3/(√3 − 1) + √3/(√3 + 1)
Answer: C (3)
Over the common denominator (√3 − 1)(√3 + 1) = 2: [√3(√3 + 1) + √3(√3 − 1)]/2 = (3 + 3)/2 = 3.