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why is it important to simplify radical expressions before adding or subtracting?

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why is it important to simplify radical expressions before adding or subtracting?

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They are similar because the bases need to be the same before you can add them. And it is important to simplify radical expressions for that very reason that was just mentioned.

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How is adding radical expressions similar to adding polynomial expressions? How is it different? Provide a radical expression for your classmates to simplify. Consider participating in the discussion by simplifying your classmates’ expressions. Detail what would have happened or if the expression was not simplified first.