For Exercise, simplify the expression. \frac{\frac{1}{3x}-\frac

grislingatb

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2021-11-13

For Exercise, simplify the expression.
13x1x2133x2

Answer & Explanation

Charles Wee

Charles Wee

Beginner2021-11-14Added 14 answers

Step 1
We multiply the numerator and denominator by 3x2 to get rid of the fractions
13x1x2133x2
=3x2(13x1x2)3x2(133x2)
=x3x29
Step 2
Then factor the denominator and cancel (x3). We can cancel (x3) only when x is not equal to 3.
x3x29
=x3(x+3)(x3)
=1x+3 [when x3]
Answer: 1x+3, x 3

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