Question

    Simplify the expression: (9x² - 25) / (3x + 5)

    A 3x - 5 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 3x + 5 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C (3x - 5)(3x + 5) Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 3x Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Factor the numerator: 9x² - 25 = (3x - 5)(3x + 5) Now the expression becomes: (3x - 5)(3x + 5) / (3x + 5) The simplified expression is 3x - 5. Correct Answer: a)

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