Finite Math Examples

Factor x^(5/9)-x^(1/9)
Step 1
Factor out of .
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Step 1.1
Factor out of .
Step 1.2
Factor out of .
Step 1.3
Factor out of .
Step 2
Rewrite as .
Step 3
Rewrite as .
Step 4
Since both terms are perfect squares, factor using the difference of squares formula, where and .
Step 5
Factor.
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Step 5.1
Simplify.
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Step 5.1.1
Rewrite as .
Step 5.1.2
Rewrite as .
Step 5.1.3
Factor.
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Step 5.1.3.1
Since both terms are perfect squares, factor using the difference of squares formula, where and .
Step 5.1.3.2
Remove unnecessary parentheses.
Step 5.2
Remove unnecessary parentheses.