Simplifying Rational Expressions (Factored Form)

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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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To simplify a rational expression means to reduce it to its simplest form by canceling common factors in the numerator and denominator.

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What is the difference between a factor and a term in a polynomial?

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A factor is a number or expression that divides another number or expression evenly, while a term is a single mathematical expression that can be a number, variable, or the product of numbers and variables.

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