It means to break down your answer. Or it can mean to find the lowest common denominator. For example: 2/4 is equal to 1/2. (You divide it)
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What does it mean to simplify an algebraic expression?It means to take the problem to the lowest point you can take it to.
first of all you need to simplify it in the form of a+b
lowest common denominator
It depends on what you mean by solve: simplify, evaluate or rationalise the denominator. The answer will also depend on the radical expression.
The asterisk in a mathematical equation, usually in the context of a computer expression, means to multiply.