Write (√(18)+10)/√(2) in the form: p + q√2 [4 marks]

First, simplify √18 by writing it as √(9x2) = √9 x √2 = 3√2.
Then, rationalise the denominator by multiplying both top and bottom of the fraction by √2.
This gives √2 x √2 = 2 in the denominator, and (3√2+10) x √2 = 3x2+10√2 in the numerator.
This can be simplified to 3+5√2 i.e. p=3, q=5

AC
Answered by Abby C. Maths tutor

21239 Views

See similar Maths GCSE tutors

Related Maths GCSE answers

All answers ▸

If 3(x-2)-4(x+5)=10 , what is the value of x?


Solve the simultaneous equations 5x+2y=13 and x-2y=5.


What is the gradient of a line with the equation y=4x+5?


Fully factorise and simplify (x^2 +7x + 10) / (x^2 - 25)


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2026 by IXL Learning