Algebra: A Combined Approach (4th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0321726391
ISBN 13: 978-0-32172-639-1

Chapter 7 - Section 7.7 - Simplifying Complex Fractions - Exercise Set - Page 550: 45

Answer

The first step is to add or subtract fractions in the numerator (or denominator). This would allow the numerator (and the denominator) to be a single fraction.

Work Step by Step

The next step is to divide the fraction in the denominator by multiplying the numerator by the reciprocal of the denominator. Then, we would simplify the resulting expression into lowest terms.
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