Concept explainers
Is there ever a time when it is all right to add or subtract the denominators when adding or subtracting a rational expression? Explain.
To state whether it is all right to add or subtract the denominators when adding or subtracting a rational expression.
Answer to Problem 17P
No, the denominator can never be added or subtracted while adding or subtracting rational expression because the denominator needs to be the same while adding or subtracting, so that the relative size of pieces are of the same whole number.
Explanation of Solution
Given information:
The given statement is:
“Is there ever a time when it is all right to add or subtract the denominators when adding or subtracting a rational expression? Explain”
No, the denominator can never be added or subtracted while adding or subtracting rational expression because the denominator needs to be the same while adding or subtracting, so that the relative size of pieces are of the same whole number.
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