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Example of Multiplying the Rational Functions and
To find the product of the rational functions and , use the procedure for multiplying rational expressions:
Step 1. Factor each numerator and denominator completely. Remember to factor out the greatest common factor first, if applicable:
Step 2. Multiply the numerators and denominators together:
Step 3. Simplify the expression by dividing out the common factors of , , , and . Since all factors in the numerator cancel, a remains in the numerator, while a remains in the denominator:
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