Q. Simplify. Write your answer using whole numbers and variables.n2−10nn−10
Identify expression: Identify the expression to be simplified.The expression given is n−n210−10n. We need to simplify this expression by combining like terms if possible.
Rewrite for clarity: Rewrite the expression to clarify the terms.The expression can be confusing as written. To avoid any mistakes, let's rewrite it with clear separation of terms:n−n210−10n
Combine like terms: Combine like terms.In the expression n−(10/n2)−10n, the terms n and −10n are like terms and can be combined. The term −(10/n2) does not have any like terms, so it remains as is.n−10n=−9nSo the expression becomes:−9n−(10/n2)
Check for simplification: Check for any further simplification.The expression −9n−(n210) cannot be simplified any further because the terms are not like terms (one is a linear term in n, and the other is a term with n in the denominator).
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