SOLUTION: Simplify the given fraction by manipulating the algebraic signs. The variables a, b are not equal. (2a−b)(5c−d)/(b−2a)

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Question 1098396: Simplify the given fraction by manipulating the algebraic signs. The variables a, b are not equal.
(2a−b)(5c−d)/(b−2a)

Answer by ikleyn(52781)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
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Cancel (b-2a) in the numerator and the denominator to get the 


Answer.  -(5c-d),   which is the same as  d-5c.


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