All SSAT Upper Level Math Resources
Example Questions
Example Question #11 : How To Multiply Complex Fractions
Solve for .
Both and
Both and
Lets just cross multiply and then square both sides.
Creates the quadratic equation.
Now factor out .
Set up two different equations.
These are the correct answers and don't violate the radical.
Example Question #121 : Number Concepts And Operations
Solve for .
Both and
Both and
Both and
Lets factor as this is an easier approach especially with the absolute value present. Remember, we need to find two terms that are factors of the c term that add up to the b term. We get:
The cancels and now with the absolute vaue present, we need to split into two different equations. Remember, absolute value means there is a positive value and a negative value. So for the first equation:
Now the second equation:
Double check that these answers don't create undefined answers. In this case, it doesn't so and are the answers to this question.
Example Question #13 : How To Multiply Complex Fractions
Multiply:
Multiply the numerator and denominator.
Rewrite the complex fraction using a division sign.