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Does x/x+6 simplify to 1/6 ?

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Answer: No, it does not.

x and x + 6 are both prime and cannot be factored.

There are no common factors to divide out.

x over x + 6 is already simplified.

If you substitute in a value for x, the fraction will not be equal to 1/6.

Explanation:

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User Etienne Delavennat
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Hey there! :D

Let's work it out.


(x)/(x+6)

The x's cancel out, so it will just leave you with 6.

6
1/6

I hope this helps!
~kaikers
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