Math Problem Statement

Simplify the expression: (4x^2y + 8x^2y^2 - xy^2) / 4xy.

Solution

You have provided the expression:

4x2y+8x2y2xy24xy\frac{4x^2y + 8x^2y^2 - xy^2}{4xy}

Let's simplify this step-by-step.

Step 1: Factor the numerator.

The given numerator is 4x2y+8x2y2xy24x^2y + 8x^2y^2 - xy^2.

We can factor terms from each part:

  • The first term 4x2y4x^2y has a factor of 4xy4xy,
  • The second term 8x2y28x^2y^2 has a factor of 4xy4xy,
  • The third term xy2-xy^2 has a factor of xy-xy.

Thus, the numerator can be rewritten as: 4xy(x+2xyy).4xy(x + 2xy - y).

Step 2: Rewrite the entire expression.

Now, the entire expression becomes: 4xy(x+2xyy)4xy.\frac{4xy(x + 2xy - y)}{4xy}.

Step 3: Cancel common factors.

The 4xy4xy in the numerator and denominator cancel out, leaving us with: x+2xyy.x + 2xy - y.

Thus, the simplified expression is:

x+2xyy.x + 2xy - y.

Would you like more details on the simplification steps or have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions to consider:

  1. How would the expression change if an additional term is added to the numerator?
  2. Can this expression be factored further if we treat it as a polynomial in terms of xx?
  3. How does the simplification process change if the denominator is something other than 4xy4xy?
  4. What are the values of the simplified expression when x=1x = 1 and y=2y = 2?
  5. How can this expression be used in solving real-world algebraic problems?

Tip: Always look for common factors in both the numerator and denominator when simplifying fractions in algebra.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Factoring
Simplifying Rational Expressions

Formulas

Factoring expressions
Cancelling common factors

Theorems

Distributive Property
Cancellation of common terms

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-10