Answer
x=25/36
Work Step by Step
The problem asks you to simplify the expression. You add the two fractions first by creating a common denominator of 6. Then, you apply the exponent:
(1/2+1/3)^2
=(3/6+2/6)^2
=(5/6)^2
=(5/6)(5/6)
=25/36
Algebra 1: Common Core (15th Edition)
by Charles, Randall I.
Published by
Prentice Hall
ISBN 10:
0133281140
ISBN 13:
978-0-13328-114-9
Chapter 2 - Solving Equations - 2-1 Solving One-Step Equations - Practice and Problem-Solving Exercises - Page 87: 87
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