Simplifying Rational Expressions (already factored)

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What is a rational expression?

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A rational expression is a fraction where both the numerator and the denominator are polynomials.

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What does it mean to simplify a rational expression?

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Simplifying a rational expression means reducing it to its simplest form by canceling common factors in the numerator and denominator.

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What is the first step in simplifying a rational expression?

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The first step is to factor both the numerator and the denominator completely.

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What does it mean to cancel in a rational expression?

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To cancel means to remove common factors from the numerator and denominator, simplifying the expression.

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