0580/23 May/Jun 2024, Question 23: Algebraic Fractions
Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics 0580 · Paper 23 (Extended) · Calculator · 3 marks
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The question, in short
Combine the two algebraic fractions 2/(y + 1) and 3/y into one fraction, fully simplified.
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Solution · 3 marks
- 1Common denominator y(y + 1)
- 2= (2y − 3(y + 1))/(y(y + 1))
- 3= (2y − 3y − 3)/(y(y + 1))
- 4= (−y − 3)/(y(y + 1))
Answer(−y − 3)/(y(y + 1)) or (−y − 3)/(y² + y) or −(y + 3)/(y(y + 1)) or −(y + 3)/(y² + y)
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