Which expression is equivalent to this quotient? 4x^2 - 8x - 5/4x^2 - 25

Answer 1

Hi Shelby B.

Since I don't see a selection of expressions to choose from for you, I suggest that you do the following;

Factor the Numerator

Factor the Denominator

Cancel as applicable

Then select from your possible list choices

I've done most of it for you below

4x^2 - 8x - 5/4x^2 - 25

(2x + 1)(2x - 5)/(2x -5)(2x +5)

Can you continue from above to get a final expression?