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Algebra Examples
Step 1
To divide by a fraction, multiply by its reciprocal.
Step 2
Step 2.1
Factor out the greatest common factor from each group.
Step 2.1.1
Group the first two terms and the last two terms.
Step 2.1.2
Factor out the greatest common factor (GCF) from each group.
Step 2.2
Factor the polynomial by factoring out the greatest common factor, .
Step 2.3
Rewrite as .
Step 2.4
Since both terms are perfect squares, factor using the difference of squares formula, where and .
Step 3
Step 3.1
Cancel the common factor.
Step 3.2
Rewrite the expression.
Step 4
Step 4.1
Rewrite as .
Step 4.2
Since both terms are perfect squares, factor using the difference of squares formula, where and .
Step 5
Step 5.1
Cancel the common factor.
Step 5.2
Rewrite the expression.