Math Problem Statement

Rational algebraic expression

Solution

The given expression is:

172x2x2x7x2x2\frac{\frac{1}{7 - 2x}}{\frac{2x^2 - x}{7x - 2x^2}}

To simplify this expression, we can multiply by the reciprocal of the denominator.

Step 1: Identify the Reciprocal of the Denominator

The denominator of the larger fraction is 2x2x7x2x2\frac{2x^2 - x}{7x - 2x^2}. The reciprocal of this expression is:

7x2x22x2x\frac{7x - 2x^2}{2x^2 - x}

Step 2: Multiply the Numerator by the Reciprocal of the Denominator

Now, we multiply the numerator 172x\frac{1}{7 - 2x} by the reciprocal of the denominator:

172x×7x2x22x2x\frac{1}{7 - 2x} \times \frac{7x - 2x^2}{2x^2 - x}

Step 3: Simplify the Resulting Expression

The resulting expression is:

7x2x2(72x)(2x2x)\frac{7x - 2x^2}{(7 - 2x)(2x^2 - x)}

This is the simplified form of the given expression.

Final Answer:

7x2x2(72x)(2x2x)\frac{7x - 2x^2}{(7 - 2x)(2x^2 - x)}

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Here are 5 related questions to expand on this topic:

  1. How do you simplify complex rational expressions involving polynomials?
  2. What are the steps to factor polynomials in a rational expression?
  3. How do you identify and cancel common factors in rational expressions?
  4. What are the conditions under which a rational expression is undefined?
  5. How does multiplying by the reciprocal help in dividing rational expressions?

Tip: When simplifying rational expressions, always check if the expressions can be factored, and if there are any common factors that can be canceled out.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Rational Expressions
Polynomials

Formulas

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Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12