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Radicals and Roots
Algebasics
Demonstrates how to solve problems in basic algebra topics using narrated text explanations. With simple
navigation and content presentation, the narration may aid comprehension but is not always mathematically
precise. (Mark Basse and Lori Vrionis, algebasics®, Atlantic Beach, FL)
Webmath: Radical Expressions
Simplifies square roots of student-entered expressions. Answer is accompanied by an explanation for each step in
the simplifying process. (Webmath Company, San Luis Obispo, CA)
Purplemath: Radical and Roots - I
Provides a text-based explanation of radicals and offers practical tips and common mistakes. It covers a number of
algebra topics in a similar format (Elizabeth Stapel, Braden Bryce Publishing, Phoenix, AZ)
Exercises in Math Readiness
Provides information and exercises on square roots and radicals under the Algebra I section. Hints and solutions
are provided for examples grouped into introductory, intermediate, and advanced levels. (University of
Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada)
Math for Morons Like Us: Square Roots
Contains an introduction to simplifying, adding, and multiplying square roots. A ThinkQuest site created by
students, it includes a quiz with feedback. (ThinkQuest Inc., Redwood Shores, CA)
Radical Practice
Generates radicals for user to simplify and keeps a running score of success. The user selects type and difficulty of
problems. (Bloomington High School Math Department, Bloomington, IL)
The Math Page: Skill in Algebra
Provides tutorials with examples and problems on various topics in algebra, including signed numbers, radicals,
rational (fractional) expressions, and factoring. (Lawrence Spector, Borough of Manhattan Community College, New
York, NY)
Mathematics Gateways
Mathematics Resources on the Internet: Algebra
Provides an extensive list for algebra web sites, journals, and newsgroups. Each reference in bold text opens to
another list of resources. (Bruno Kevius, Solna, Sweden)
Math Forum: Ask Dr. Math
Links to questions and answers on algebra. Part of the Dr. Math archive of questions and answers in all area of
mathematics. (Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA)