Question

simplify, if possible. (if not possible, enter impossible.)
\sqrt{50}

Explanation:

Step1: Factor 50 into square factor

$50 = 25 \times 2$

Step2: Split square root into product

$\sqrt{50} = \sqrt{25 \times 2} = \sqrt{25} \times \sqrt{2}$

Step3: Simplify $\sqrt{25}$

$\sqrt{25} = 5$

Answer:

$5\sqrt{2}$