Question

Simplify the radical expression.
(radical)72

I don't understand how to do this. I found the square root, but it isn't an answer choice. Explain if you can! Thank you!

Answer 1

\[\sqrt{72} = \sqrt{2 * 36} = \sqrt{2} * \sqrt{36} = 6 \sqrt{2}\]

Answer 2

That's really helpful! Thank you! @AkashdeepDeb