This is a mnemonic (way of remembering something) developed to deal with everything including roots and powers (for a simpler version see the previous set of notes) and can also be used for solving equations…
SIR! – Squares, Indices, Roots
SIR! – Squares, Indices, Roots (can be used at any point)
GROF – Get Rid Of Fractions
GROB – Get Rid Of Brackets
LET – Lump Everything Together (or Let’s Examine Terms)