You're given the expression (√3 + √2)². What is its exact simplified value?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
given :
(√3 + √2)²
According to the formula:
(a + b)² = a² + b² + 2ab
(√3 + √2)²
= (√3)² + (√2)² + 2(√3)(√2)
= 3 + 2 + 2√6
= 5 + 2√6