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Radical An expression involving a root, such as a square root, often represented with the radical symbol (√). Denominator The bottom part of a fraction, indicating the total number of equal parts in the whole. Numerator The top part of a fraction, representing how many parts are being considered. Rational Number A value that can be expressed as a ratio of two integers, with a nonzero denominator. Perfect Square A number that is the product of an integer multiplied by itself, such as 9 or 16. Conjugate A binomial formed by changing the sign between two terms, such as turning a + b into a - b. Difference of Squares An expression of the form a² - b², which factors into (a + b)(a - b). Binomial An algebraic expression containing exactly two terms, typically joined by addition or subtraction. Rationalizing the Denominator A process to eliminate radicals from the bottom of a fraction by multiplying by a suitable expression. Fraction A mathematical expression representing the division of one quantity by another. Square Root A value that, when multiplied by itself, gives the original number; often denoted with the symbol √. Expression A combination of numbers, variables, and operations that represents a mathematical value. Equivalent Expressions Different mathematical forms that have the same value for all variable assignments. Foil Method A technique for multiplying two binomials by multiplying First, Outer, Inner, and Last terms. One-Term Denominator A denominator consisting of a single term, such as just a radical or a number.
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