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Which of the following is NOT equivalent to the rational expression: 4/3-x

a. -4/x-3
b.- 4/x-3
c. -4/3-x

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We are given the rational expression 4/3-x and is asked to determine which of the choices is not equivalent to the given expression. Using the transitivity property, 3 -x is equal to -x + 3. When the negative sign is placed outside the term 3-x then, 4 should change also to -4. Answer is C.
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