SOLUTION: I have completely no idea on how to go even one step into solving this problem. Please, help me! Simplify: {{{ (y^2-5y) / (15-3y) }}} Many thanks in advance!

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Question 142048: I have completely no idea on how to go even one step into solving this problem. Please, help me!
Simplify:
+%28y%5E2-5y%29+%2F+%2815-3y%29+
Many thanks in advance!
Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Simplify:
+%28y%5E2-5y%29+%2F+%2815-3y%29+
=[y(y-5)] / [ -3(y-5)]
= -y/3
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Cheers,
Stan H.