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Financial Audit of Variable Cost Expressions

A financial auditor is examining a cost-estimation model that includes the sum of two algebraic terms: 4u13u1\frac{4u-1}{3u-1} and u13u\frac{u}{1-3u}. The auditor needs to verify the initial setup for simplification before performing any calculations to ensure the logic follows standard algebraic principles for rational expressions. Based on the provided expressions, identify the specific mathematical relationship between the two denominators. Additionally, state the precise numerical constant that the second fraction must be multiplied by (in both the numerator and denominator) to create a common denominator.

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