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If 5 \(\sqrt{3}\) + \(\sqrt{75}\) = 17.32, then the value of 14 \(\sqrt{3}\) \(\sqrt{108}\) is:

The correct answer is

34.64

Calculating Expressions with Square Roots

The problem asks us to find the value of an expression involving square roots, given the value of another similar expression. We are given that \(5 \sqrt{3} + \sqrt{75} = 17.32\) and we need to find the value of \(14 \sqrt{3} + \sqrt{108}\).

Simplifying the Square Root Terms

First, let's simplify the square root terms that are not in the form \(\sqrt{3}\). We can do this by finding perfect square factors inside the square roots.

  • For \(\sqrt{75}\): \(75 = 25 \times 3\). So, \(\sqrt{75} = \sqrt{25 \times 3}\). Using the property \(\sqrt{ab} = \sqrt{a} \times \sqrt{b}\), we get \(\sqrt{25} \times \sqrt{3} = 5 \times \sqrt{3} = 5\sqrt{3}\).
  • For \(\sqrt{108}\): \(108 = 36 \times 3\). So, \(\sqrt{108} = \sqrt{36 \times 3}\). Using the property \(\sqrt{ab} = \sqrt{a} \times \sqrt{b}\), we get \(\sqrt{36} \times \sqrt{3} = 6 \times \sqrt{3} = 6\sqrt{3}\).

Using the Given Information

The given equation is \(5 \sqrt{3} + \sqrt{75} = 17.32\). Substitute the simplified value of \(\sqrt{75}\) into this equation:

\(5 \sqrt{3} + 5 \sqrt{3} = 17.32\)

Combine the terms with \(\sqrt{3}\):

\((5+5) \sqrt{3} = 17.32\)

\(10 \sqrt{3} = 17.32\)

From this, we can find the approximate value of \(\sqrt{3}\):

\(\sqrt{3} = \frac{17.32}{10} = 1.732\)

Calculating the Value of the Required Expression

Now, we need to find the value of \(14 \sqrt{3} + \sqrt{108}\). Substitute the simplified value of \(\sqrt{108}\) into this expression:

\(14 \sqrt{3} + 6 \sqrt{3}\)

Combine the terms with \(\sqrt{3}\):

\((14+6) \sqrt{3} = 20 \sqrt{3}\)

Now, substitute the value of \(\sqrt{3} \approx 1.732\) that we found from the given information:

\(20 \times 1.732\)

Perform the multiplication:

\(20 \times 1.732 = 34.64\)

So, the value of \(14 \sqrt{3} + \sqrt{108}\) is approximately 34.64.

Expression Simplified Form Value (approx)
\(5 \sqrt{3} + \sqrt{75}\) \(5 \sqrt{3} + 5 \sqrt{3} = 10 \sqrt{3}\) 17.32 (Given)
\(\sqrt{3}\) - \(\frac{17.32}{10} = 1.732\) (Derived)
\(14 \sqrt{3} + \sqrt{108}\) \(14 \sqrt{3} + 6 \sqrt{3} = 20 \sqrt{3}\) \(20 \times 1.732 = 34.64\) (Calculated)

Revision Table: Key Concepts in Solving Square Root Problems

Concept Description Example
Simplifying Radicals Find the largest perfect square factor of the number under the square root sign. \(\sqrt{50} = \sqrt{25 \times 2} = 5\sqrt{2}\)
Adding/Subtracting Radicals Radicals can be added or subtracted only if they have the same term under the square root (like terms). \(3\sqrt{5} + 2\sqrt{5} = 5\sqrt{5}\)
\(7\sqrt{2} - 4\sqrt{2} = 3\sqrt{2}\)
Using Given Information An equation involving radicals can help find the value of the basic radical term (like \(\sqrt{2}\) or \(\sqrt{3}\)) to use in evaluating another expression. If \(2\sqrt{5} = 4.47\), then \(\sqrt{5} = 2.235\).

Additional Information: Properties of Square Roots

Understanding the basic properties of square roots is essential for solving problems like this. Some important properties are:

  • Product Property: \(\sqrt{a \times b} = \sqrt{a} \times \sqrt{b}\) (where a, b \(\ge\) 0)
  • Quotient Property: \(\sqrt{\frac{a}{b}} = \frac{\sqrt{a}}{\sqrt{b}}\) (where a \(\ge\) 0, b > 0)

These properties allow us to simplify complex radical expressions and combine like terms, making calculations easier.

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