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ALG1.101 Rationalize Denominators (Optional) Worksheet

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This Algebra I Math worksheet provides structured practice on ALG1.101 Rationalize Denominators (Optional). Students are guided through targeted exercises that build foundational understanding, computational accuracy, and critical thinking skills.

ALG1.101 Rationalize Denominators (Optional) - Select the rewritten form of radical expressions with rational denominators using conjugates; Select the simplified form of and explain why the rewritten form is equivalent.

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Algebra I

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Math

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Problem 1Difficulty: Mastery

Simplify (sqrt(8) + 1)/(sqrt(8) - 1) with a rational denominator.

A(9 - 4*sqrt(2))/7

B(9 + 2*sqrt(2))/7

Csqrt(8) + 1

D(9 + 4*sqrt(2))/7

Solution & Explanation:Multiply by sqrt(8) + 1. The denominator is 8 - 1 = 7, and the numerator is (sqrt(8) + 1)² = 9 + 2*sqrt(8) = 9 + 4*sqrt(2).

Problem 2Difficulty: Mastery

A student says the product (4 - 3*sqrt(2))(4 + 3*sqrt(2)) is 34 because they added 4² and (3*sqrt(2))². What correction is needed?

AUse sum of squares: 16 + 18 = 34.

BReplace sqrt(2) with 2 before multiplying.

CUse difference of squares: 16 - 18 = -2.

DThe product is irrational because a radical remains.

Solution & Explanation:Conjugates multiply as a difference of squares, not a sum. The correct denominator product is 4² - (3*sqrt(2))² = 16 - 18 = -2.

Problem 3Difficulty: Mastery

Simplify 15/(2*sqrt(5) + sqrt(20)) with a rational denominator.

A15*sqrt(5)/4

B3*sqrt(5)/4

C3*sqrt(5)/2

D15/4

Solution & Explanation:Since sqrt(20) = 2*sqrt(5), the denominator is 4*sqrt(5). Rationalizing 15/(4*sqrt(5)) gives 15*sqrt(5)/20 = 3*sqrt(5)/4.

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This worksheet is designed specifically for Algebra I Math students. It aligns with educational standard ALG1.101 (Students rationalize radical denominators using equivalent multipliers and conjugates, simplify the result, and explain why the rewritten expression remains equivalent.).