How to simplify rational expressions?

Steps to simplify rational expressions. 4) If possible, look for other factors that are common to the numerator and denominator. In our example, we can use foil in reverse to factor an (x − 1) in the denominator and further cancel this binomial from both the numerator and the denominator.

2.) 3000×0.08=240 He earns $240 commission on a $3000 sale.

3.) n×0.08=3000.
n×0.08÷0.08=3000÷0.08
n=37500
He has to sell $37500 in order to make $3000 commission

4.) a.) 44.50×0.3= 13.35 The sale discount is $13.35

b.) 44.50-13.35=31.35 the sale price is $31.35

5.) a.) 1580×0.065= 102.7 The sales tax is $102.7

b.)1580+102.7= $1682.70

6.)12/29 = 0.414%
20/48 = 0.417%
16/35 = 0.447%
Louie has the highest shooting percentage.