IB skill practice

Use exact algebraic reasoning

Manipulate exact forms and explain algebraic reasoning clearly.

Paper 1 6 marks Difficulty 2

Exact surd reasoning practice

Expand and simplify ((sqrt{ 3 }+sqrt{ 7 })^{2}). Enter the rational part, coefficient of the surd term, and radicand.

Worked practice: exact algebra

Separate the rational part from the radical part and keep the surd simplified.