SOLUTION: In a paragraph, describe how to simplify each expression. 1.) 16 1/2 2.)square root of 100

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Question 429851: In a paragraph, describe how to simplify each expression.
1.) 16 1/2
2.)square root of 100
Answer by richard1234(7193) About Me  (Show Source):
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1. 16 1/2 is already simplified. Unless you want it as 16.5 or 33/2.
2. sqrt%28100%29 implies "what (positive) number do I square to obtain 100?" Since 10*10 = 100, then sqrt%28100%29+=+10.