Q. Simplify. Write your answer using whole numbers and variables.c+8c2+8c
Write Expression: Write down the expression.The expression given is (c2+8c)/(c+8).
Factor Numerator: Factor the numerator.We look for common factors in the terms of the numerator. The terms c2 and 8c have a common factor of c.So, we factor out c from the numerator: c(c+8).
Simplify Expression: Simplify the expression.Now we have c(c+8)/(c+8). Since (c+8) is a common factor in the numerator and the denominator, we can cancel it out.This leaves us with c/1, which simplifies to c.
Check Restrictions: Check for any restrictions.We must remember that we cannot divide by zero, so c+8 cannot be equal to zero. This means that c cannot be equal to −8. As long as c is not −8, the simplification is valid.
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