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 - Exercise Set - Page 507: 30

Answer

$\displaystyle \frac{x}{x-6}$

Work Step by Step

To subtract rational expressions with the same denominator, subtract numerators and place the difference over the common denominator. If possible, factor and simplify the result. --- Don't forget to place the second numerator in parentheses when subtracting. $\displaystyle \frac{2x+3}{3x-6}-\frac{3-x}{3x-6}= \displaystyle \frac{2x+3-(3-x)}{3x-6}$ $= \displaystyle \frac{2x+3-3+x}{3x-6}$ $= \displaystyle \frac{3x}{3x-6}$ $=\displaystyle \frac{3(x)}{3(x-6)}$ ... reduce (divide the numerator and denominator with common factors) $=\displaystyle \frac{x}{x-6}$
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