Math Problem Statement

Simplify the expression \(\frac{5x - 10}{2x + 3} \cdot \frac{4x + 6}{x^2 - 4}\).

Solution

The image contains a mathematical expression that appears to be a multiplication of two rational expressions. Let's break it down and simplify the expression:

5x102x+34x+6x24\frac{5x - 10}{2x + 3} \cdot \frac{4x + 6}{x^2 - 4}

Steps:

  1. Factor the numerators and denominators:
    • 5x105x - 10 can be factored as 5(x2)5(x - 2).
    • 4x+64x + 6 can be factored as 2(2x+3)2(2x + 3).
    • x24x^2 - 4 is a difference of squares and can be factored as (x2)(x+2)(x - 2)(x + 2).

So the expression becomes: 5(x2)2x+32(2x+3)(x2)(x+2)\frac{5(x - 2)}{2x + 3} \cdot \frac{2(2x + 3)}{(x - 2)(x + 2)}

  1. Cancel out common terms:
    • x2x - 2 appears in both a numerator and a denominator, so it cancels out.
    • 2x+32x + 3 appears in both a numerator and a denominator, so it cancels out.

After canceling out the common factors, we're left with: 52x+2\frac{5 \cdot 2}{x + 2}

  1. Simplify the expression: The expression simplifies to: 10x+2\frac{10}{x + 2}

This is the final simplified form of the given expression.

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Here are 5 related questions:

  1. How do you factor a difference of squares like x24x^2 - 4?
  2. What are the rules for canceling terms in rational expressions?
  3. How do you factor a binomial like 4x+64x + 6?
  4. What is the concept of equivalent fractions in rational expressions?
  5. How would you handle more complex expressions with multiple variables?

Tip: Always check for common factors between the numerator and denominator before performing any multiplication or division with rational expressions to simplify the process.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Rational Expressions
Factoring
Simplification

Formulas

Difference of squares: \(a^2 - b^2 = (a - b)(a + b)\)

Theorems

Simplification of Rational Expressions

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11