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Question 143721: On this problem of simplifying rational expression, i came up with 3x - 5. is this correct?
9x - 21/15x - 35
Answer by rapaljer(4671) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
You must factor the numerator and denominator first. NEVER DIVIDE OUT TERMS!
%289x+-+21%29%2F%2815x+-+35%29
%283%283x-7%29%29%2F%285%283x-7%29+%29+

NOW, the factors of 3x-7 divide out, leaving the final answer: 3%2F5.

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