Q. Simplify. Write your answer using whole numbers and variables.2k+92k2+9k
Identify Terms and Factors: Identify like terms and common factors.In the given expression, 2k2+2k9k+9, we look for like terms and common factors that can be simplified. The terms 2k2 and 9k have a common factor of k, but they cannot be combined with the terms 2k and 9 as they are separated by a division sign.
Separate Numerator and Denominator: Simplify the numerator and denominator separately.The numerator is 2k2+9k, and the denominator is 2k+9. There are no common factors that can be canceled between the numerator and the denominator. Therefore, the expression cannot be simplified further.
Check for Factorization: Check for any possible factorization.The numerator 2k2+9k does not factor in a way that would cancel with the denominator 2k+9. Similarly, the denominator 2k+9 does not factor in a way that would cancel with the numerator. Therefore, the expression is already in its simplest form.
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