SOLUTION: Perform the indicated operation. -2a^2 20a^2 _____ . _____ 3a^2 15a^3

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Question 120824: Perform the indicated operation.
-2a^2 20a^2
_____ . _____
3a^2 15a^3

Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!

Start with the given expression


Combine the fractions


Multiply the numerators and denominators by adding the exponents. Remember . Don't forget to multiply the coefficients.


Divide the expression by subtracting the exponents. Remember . Don't forget to divide the coefficients.


Rewrite as



Combine the fractions



So simplifies to

In other words,


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