SOLUTION: How do I simplify this problem: (x^2 - y^2) / (x + y)

Algebra ->  Polynomials-and-rational-expressions -> SOLUTION: How do I simplify this problem: (x^2 - y^2) / (x + y)      Log On


   

Question 8205: How do I simplify this problem:
(x^2 - y^2) / (x + y)
Answer by Earlsdon(6294) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Simplify:
%28x%5E2-y%5E2%29%2F%28x%2By%29 Factor the numerator.
%28%28x-y%29%28x%2By%29%29%2F%28x%2By%29 Cancel common the factor in the top and bottom, leaving.
x-y