SOLUTION: I really don't understand how to simplify the follwing: (4x+16)/(x^2+4x) A step by step solution would be much appreciated, thanks.

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Question 747305: I really don't understand how to simplify the follwing: (4x+16)/(x^2+4x)
A step by step solution would be much appreciated, thanks.
Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
simplify the follwing: (4x+16)/(x^2+4x)
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Factor:
[4(x+4)]/[x(x+4)]
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= 4/x
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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