ACT Math · Number operations and exponents
Which expression is equivalent to 5√(3) with a rationalized denominator?
Which expression is equivalent to with a rationalized denominator?
Answer and explanation
Answer: F: 5√(3)3
To rationalize the denominator, multiply the numerator and the denominator by : , choice F. This works because , and multiplying by is multiplying by , so the value does not change. Choice G () drops the radical from the numerator. Choice H () multiplies only the numerator and never adjusts the denominator. Choice J () inverts the fraction. A decimal check: and . This keeps the value the same while removing the radical from the bottom.
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