Question

Simplify the following surd expressions-

Answer 1

Answer:

$\sqrt{2}$ and 4$\sqrt{11}$

Step-by-step explanation:

To simplify like surds, add/ subtract the coefficients.

(a)

$\sqrt{2}$ (6 - 5)

= $\sqrt{2}$ (1)

= $\sqrt{2}$

(b)

$\sqrt{11}$ ( 1 + 3)

= $\sqrt{11}$ (4)

= 4$\sqrt{11}$