Simplify (x² - 16) / (x - 4), x ≠ 4.
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. x + 4
- Step 1: Factor the numerator as a difference of squares: (x - 4)(x + 4).
- Step 2: Cancel the common factor (x - 4).
Answer
x + 4.
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