How do I simplify? x2 – 4 divided by x2 + 5x + 6. When working with Functions

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Explanation:

Factor the numerator and the denominator to get

$((x+2)(x-2))/((x+2)(x+3))\\ \\ \text{The (x+2) terms cancel out leaving}\\ \\ (x-2)/(x+3)$

Sergey Repin answered May 11, 2022

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