SOLUTION: Write the rational expression x(x+1)^2(x-5)/x(x+2)(x-5)^3 in simplest terms. Show your work.

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Question 193271: Write the rational expression x(x+1)^2(x-5)/x(x+2)(x-5)^3 in simplest terms. Show your work.
Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Start with the given expression.


Factor to get


Highlight the common terms.


Cancel out the common terms.


Simplify


So where , , or

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