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Example of Multiplying Rational Expressions by Factoring Trinomials
To multiply rational expressions involving trinomials, such as , first factor all numerators and denominators completely to obtain . Then, simplify the expression by dividing out the common factors and , which leaves . Finally, rewrite any repeated factors using an exponent, resulting in the simplified product .
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