Simplify

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Simplify
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Notes Adding and Subtracting with LIKE
Denominators
When you are adding or subtracting rational
expressions.
you must have common (like) denominators.
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ADD
Do they have common denominators?
Yes, ADD the numerators.
SIMPLIFY.
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ADD
Do they have common denominators?
Yes, ADD the numerators.
SIMPLIFY.
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ADD
Combine like terms.
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SUBTRACT
Distribute the negative sign!
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SUBTRACT
Distribute the negative sign!
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ADD
FACTOR!!