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Algebra Examples
Step-by-Step Examples
Algebra
Simplifying Polynomials
Simplify
Step 1
Simplify the
numerator
.
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Step 1.1
Rewrite as .
Step 1.2
Since both
terms
are
perfect squares
,
factor
using the
difference of squares
formula
, where and .
Step 2
Cancel the
common factor
of .
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Step 2.1
Cancel the
common factor
.
Step 2.2
Rewrite the
expression
.
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