SOLUTION: How do I solve a ration expression like this. I need to learn how to do it step by step so I can pass my quiz. Please help x^2 + x - 2 ----------- x^2 -x

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Question 207808: How do I solve a ration expression like this. I need to learn how to do it step by step so I can pass my quiz. Please help
x^2 + x - 2
-----------
x^2 -x

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 .


Highlight the common terms.


Cancel out the common terms.


Simplify.


So simplifies to .


In other words,

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