SOLUTION: how do you cancel this algebraic fraction 2a/6b? I think it could be 1a/3b but am not sure. Thanks x

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Question 119302: how do you cancel this algebraic fraction
2a/6b?
I think it could be 1a/3b but am not sure. Thanks x
Answer by stanbon(29602) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
how do you cancel this algebraic fraction
2a/6b?
I think it could be 1a/3b but am not sure.
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That is correct; you have cancelled the "2" factor
that was in the numerator and in the denominator.
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Comment: You do not need the "1" in your answer;
a/3b would be a good answer.
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Cheers,
Stan H.