Textbook Question
In Exercises 69–78, factor each polynomial.ab − c − ac + b
Simplify each complex fraction. [ 2 + 2/(1+x) ] / [ 2 - 2/(1-x) ]
Factor out the least power of the variable or variable expression. Assume all variables represent positive real numbers. See Example 8. 6r-2/3-5r-5/3
In Exercises 65–92, factor completely, or state that the polynomial is prime. x3+2x2−9x−18
Factor each polynomial. See Examples 5 and 6.
Simplify the algebraic expression. (1/5)(5x) + [(3y) + (- 3y)] - (-x)
Simplify each complex fraction. [ 1/(x3-y3) ] / [ 1/(x2 -y2) ]
In Exercises 103–114, factor completely. (x+y)4−100(x+y)2