SOLUTION: I am supposed to simplify this rational expression: __2x__ (2x over x + xy) I don't even know where to start. x + xy

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Question 249064: I am supposed to simplify this rational expression:
__2x__ (2x over x + xy) I don't even know where to start.
x + xy
Answer by College Student(505) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Problem:
2x%2F%28x%2Bxy%29

Factor x in the denominator:
2x%2Fx%281%2By%29

Cancel x and simplify:
2%2F%281%2By%29

Done!