02:13
Simplifying by Adding or Subtracting Common Radical Factors
A new guideline for simplifying radicals is introduced: the terms in a fully-simplified radical expression must have no common radical factors. Simplifying a radical expression by adding or subtracting common radical factors is illustrated.
01:21
Multiplying First to Get a Perfect Square in the Radicand
Simplifying a radical by multiplying first to get a perfect square in the radicand.
01:54
Simplifying to Find a Common Radical Factor
The process of simplifying to find a common radical factor is demonstrated.
02:13
Simplifying Radicals before Multiplying
Instances are demonstrated where simplifying radicals before multiplying are indicated.
01:08
Expressions That Have No Common Radical Factor
Simplifying a radical expression that has no common radical factor using subtraction.
01:21
Multiplying then Simplifying Two Radicals
The procedure for simplifying radicals by beginning with multiplication is demonstrated.