How to add rational expressions with different denominators - PSAT Math

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Simplify the expression.

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To add rational expressions, first find the least common denominator. Because the denominator of the first fraction factors to 2(x+2), it is clear that this is the common denominator. Therefore, multiply the numerator and denominator of the second fraction by 2.

This is the most simplified version of the rational expression.

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