Intermediate Algebra (6th Edition)

by Martin-Gay, Elayn

Published by Pearson

ISBN 10: 0321785045

ISBN 13: 978-0-32178-504-6

Chapter 6 - Section 6.1 - Rational Functions and Multiplying and Dividing Rational Expressions - Vocabulary, Readiness & Video Check - Page 344: 6

Answer

$-1$

Work Step by Step

$\frac{y-z}{z-y}$ Original Problem $=\frac{y-z}{-1(-z+y)}$ Factor out a negative one from the denominator $=\frac{y-z}{-1(y-z)}$ Swap terms in the denominator (Commutative Property). $=-1$ Simplify

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