SOLUTION: Perform the indicated division. Rationaize the denominator if necessary. Then simplify each radicl expression. {{{(6 - sqrt 20)/2}}} I am stuck on this problem and need some

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Question 73473: Perform the indicated division. Rationaize the denominator if necessary. Then simplify each radicl expression.
%286+-+sqrt+20%29%2F2
I am stuck on this problem and need some help. Thanks
Answer by Cintchr(475) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
%286+-+sqrt%2820%29%29%2F2
First, work the Square root
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Next reduce the fraction by dividing all parts by 2
+3+-+sqrt%285%29+