RADICAND
Definition Of Radicand
The quantity under the square root symbol or radical symbol is called as Radicand.
Examples of Radicand
: Here the radicand is 5.
: Here the radicand is 5.
Video Examples: What is a radicand
Solved Example on Radicand
Ques: Which of the following radicands is multiplied on both the numerator and the denominator of 
to rationalize the denominator?.
Choices:
A. 
B. 
C. 
D. 10
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
Step 1: [Original equation.]
Step 2:10 is the radicand that is to be multiplied on both the numerator and the denominator. [The number in the root symbol is called the radicand.]
Step 3: 
[Multiply both the numerator and the denominator with the radicand 10 so that the denominator is rationalized.]
Step 4: 
Step 5: So, the radicand 10 is multiplied on both the numerator and the denominator of the expression to rationalize the denominator.
Quick Summary
- The radicand is the number inside the square root symbol.
- It represents the value we want to find the root of.
- Rationalizing the denominator often involves manipulating the radicand.
🍎 Teacher Insights
Use visual aids and real-world examples to help students grasp the concept. Emphasize the difference between the radicand and the root. Provide plenty of practice problems involving simplifying radicals and rationalizing denominators.🎓 Prerequisites
- Square Roots
- Understanding of fractions
- Basic Multiplication and Division
Check Your Knowledge
Q1: What is the radicand in the expression √16?
Q2: In the expression √(x+1), what is the radicand?
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What happens if the radicand is negative?
A: If dealing with real numbers, a negative radicand under a square root results in an imaginary number. However, cube roots (or any odd root) of negative numbers are real.
Q: Can the radicand be a variable?
A: Yes, the radicand can be a variable or an algebraic expression.