Question

Put the steps in order used to simplify the following. Not all options will be used.
3√12+5√3 – ^3√24

Answer 1

1. Simplify the cube roots separately: √12 = 2√3
2. Simplify further: √24 = 2√6
3. Rewrite the expression: 2√3 + 5√3 - 2√6
4. Combine like terms: 7√3 - 2√6