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27 September, 18:24

After the fraction x plus 2 all over 2 minus the fraction x plus 1 all over 3 x have been combined using the least common denominator of 6x, what is the numerator?

A. 3x2 + 4x + 1

B. 3x2 + 4x - 2

C. - 3x2 - x + 4

D. - x2 + 3x + 4

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  1. 27 September, 21:49
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    Let's work out the process to find the numerator:

    (x+2) / 2 - (x+1) / 3x Factor using the LCD, 6x

    3x (x+2) / 6x - 2 (x+1) / 6x

    (3x² + 6x - 2x - 2) / 6x

    = (3x² + 4x - 2) / 6x

    Answer is B) 3x² + 4x - 2
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