Introductory Algebra for College Students (7th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-13417-805-X
ISBN 13: 978-0-13417-805-9

Chapter 7 - Section 7.3 - Adding and Subtracting Rational Expressions with the Same Denominator - Concept and Vocabulary Check - Page 506: 2

Answer

$\displaystyle \frac{P-Q}{R}$, numerators, common denominator.

Work Step by Step

$$\displaystyle \frac{P}{R}-\frac{Q}{R}=\frac{P-Q}{R}.$$ To subtract rational expressions with the same denominator, subtract the numerators and place the difference over the common denominator. If possible, factor and simplify the result.
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