Find a Rational Approximation, to the Nearest Tenth, for the Radical

question 36

Multiple Choice

Find a rational approximation, to the nearest tenth, for the radical expression. $2 \sqrt { 5 } + 5 \sqrt { 5 }$

• A) \(13.8\)
• B) \(19.2\)
• C) \(16.7\)
• D) \(16.8\)
• E) \(15.7\)

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