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Simplify quotients of square roots containing variables by applying the Quotient Property of Square Roots in reverse to combine them under a single radical, then simplifying the resulting fraction.
ⓐ : The denominator cannot be simplified. Use the Quotient Property to write as one radical: Simplify the fraction inside the radical: Simplify the resulting perfect square:
ⓑ : Combine under one radical: Simplify the fraction: Simplify the perfect square:
ⓒ : Combine under one radical: Simplify the fraction: Simplify the perfect square:
In each case, combining the non-perfect square roots reveals common factors that reduce to a perfect square fraction.
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