Questions: Perform the indicated operation. Simplify the answer when possible.
sqrt(2) * sqrt(22)
sqrt(2) * sqrt(22)=
(Type an exact answer, using radicals as needed.)
Transcript text: Perform the indicated operation. Simplify the answer when possible.
\[
\begin{array}{r}
\sqrt{2} \cdot \sqrt{22} \\
\sqrt{2} \cdot \sqrt{22}=
\end{array}
\]
$\square$
(Type an exact answer, using radicals as needed.)
Solution
Solution Steps
To solve the given problem, we need to use the property of square roots that states \(\sqrt{a} \cdot \sqrt{b} = \sqrt{a \cdot b}\). We will then simplify the resulting expression if possible.
Step 1: Use the Property of Square Roots
We start with the expression \(\sqrt{2} \cdot \sqrt{22}\). Using the property of square roots, we can combine them under a single square root:
\[
\sqrt{2} \cdot \sqrt{22} = \sqrt{2 \cdot 22}
\]
Step 2: Simplify the Expression Inside the Square Root
Next, we calculate the product inside the square root:
\[
2 \cdot 22 = 44
\]
So, the expression becomes:
\[
\sqrt{2 \cdot 22} = \sqrt{44}
\]
Step 3: Calculate the Square Root
Finally, we calculate the square root of 44. The square root of 44 is approximately:
\[
\sqrt{44} \approx 6.633
\]