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In a precision metal fabrication facility, apprentice technicians calibrate CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machine cutting heads using scale factors. One calibration scale factor is . To input this into the digital control system, it must be simplified by rationalizing the denominator. Match each mathematical component of this rationalization process to its correct technical description or role.
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