College Algebra (6th Edition)

Published by Pearson
ISBN 10: 0-32178-228-3
ISBN 13: 978-0-32178-228-1

Chapter P - Prerequisites: Fundamental Concepts of Algebra - Exercise Set P.6 - Page 86: 33

Answer

2

Work Step by Step

We are given the expression $\frac{4x+1}{6x+5}+\frac{8x+9}{6x+5}$. Since both terms have a common denominator, we can add these fractions together. $\frac{4x+1}{6x+5}+\frac{8x+9}{6x+5}=\frac{4x+1+8x+9}{6x+5}=\frac{(4x+8x)+(1+9)}{6x+5}=\frac{12x+10}{6x+5}=\frac{2}{1}=2$
Update this answer!

You can help us out by revising, improving and updating this answer.

Update this answer

After you claim an answer you’ll have 24 hours to send in a draft. An editor will review the submission and either publish your submission or provide feedback.

GradeSaver will pay $15 for your literature essays
GradeSaver will pay $25 for your college application essays
GradeSaver will pay $50 for your graduate school essays – Law, Business, or Medical
GradeSaver will pay $10 for your Community Note contributions
GradeSaver will pay $500 for your Textbook Answer contributions