Write the lowest rationalising factor of √5 - 3. - Mathematics

Write the lowest rationalising factor of √5 - 3.

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(√5 - 3)(√5 + 3) = (√5)² - (3)² = 5 - 9 = -4

∴ lowest rationalizing factor is (√5 + 3)

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