Simplify the algebraic expression: for .
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A.
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- Step 1: Factor the numerator using the difference of squares formula :
- Step 2: Cancel the non-zero common factor from both the numerator and denominator :
Answer
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Why not the others: The expressions , , and result from incorrect factoring or improper cancellation of terms.
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