Elementary and Intermediate Algebra: Concepts & Applications (6th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-32184-874-8
ISBN 13: 978-0-32184-874-1

Chapter 6 - Rational Expressions and Equations - 6.5 Complex Rational Expressions - 6.5 Exercise Set - Page 408: 2

Answer

Reciprocal

Work Step by Step

When we multiply by the reciprocal, this cancels out the $\frac{5}{x} $ in the denominator, leaving just the numerator. This makes it easier to simplify the overall fraction.
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