SOLUTION: how would i do this? Simplify the following fraction by putting it in lowest terms or by performing the indicated operation. 4x2-4x+1 over 8x3-1

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Question 146290: how would i do this? Simplify the following fraction by putting it in lowest terms or by performing the indicated operation.
4x2-4x+1 over 8x3-1

Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Start with the given expression.


Factor to get .


Factor to get .



Cancel out the common terms.


Simplify.


So simplifies to .


In other words,

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