Simplifying √n: Problem Solving & Reasoning

Mathematics
GCSE Foundation
11 questions
~22 mins
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This worksheet focuses on simplifying surds of the form √n, developing procedural skills, reasoning, and applying concepts to real-world contexts.

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Simplifying √n: Problem Solving & Reasoning

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Grade GCSE Foundation
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Practice Questions

Answer all questions. Show your working in the grid spaces provided.
1.
Simplify √50.
[2 marks]
2.
Simplify √72.
[2 marks]
3.
Calculate √18 + √8.
[3 marks]
4.
Express √200 in simplest form.
[2 marks]
5.
Simplify √98.
[2 marks]
6.
Construct a triangle with sides of length √50, √18, and √8. Use the grid to draw to scale.
[3 marks]
7.
Find the value of √45 × √20.
[3 marks]
8.
Explain why √72 can be simplified to 6√2. Include your reasoning.
[4 marks]
9.
Simplify √98 + √200.
[3 marks]
10.
A rectangular garden has sides of length √50 meters and √18 meters. Calculate its area in simplest surd form.
[4 marks]
11.
Identify and correct the mistake: Simplify √72 to 6√2.
[3 marks]

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1/1/2026
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