SOF International Mathematics Olympiad (IMO)
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IMO Level 1
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2024
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Sample
Simplify: √(432) is equal to which surd form?
Explanation
Explanation
We look for the largest perfect square factor of 432. Since 432 = 6² × 12, we can pull 6² out of the square root as 6. That leaves √12 inside, so √432 = 6√12.
PRO TIP
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