Precalculus (6th Edition)

Published by Pearson
ISBN 10: 013421742X
ISBN 13: 978-0-13421-742-0

Chapter R - Review of Basic Concepts - Test - Page 86: 27

Answer

$x-y$

Work Step by Step

Use the formula $a^2-b^2=(a-b)(a+b)$, we have $(\sqrt x-\sqrt y)(\sqrt x+\sqrt y)=(\sqrt x)^2-(\sqrt y)^2=x-y$
Update this answer!

You can help us out by revising, improving and updating this answer.

Update this answer

After you claim an answer you’ll have 24 hours to send in a draft. An editor will review the submission and either publish your submission or provide feedback.