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Ch. R - Algebra Review
Lial - Trigonometry 12th Edition
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Capitolo 1, Problema 27

Write each rational expression in lowest terms. See Example 2. (m² - 4m + 4) / (m² + m - 6)

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Start by factoring both the numerator and the denominator of the rational expression separately. For the numerator \(m^{2} - 4m + 4\), look for two numbers that multiply to \(4\) and add to \(-4\).
Factor the numerator as a perfect square trinomial: \(m^{2} - 4m + 4 = (m - 2)^{2}\).
Next, factor the denominator \(m^{2} + m - 6\). Find two numbers that multiply to \(-6\) and add to \(1\).
Factor the denominator as \((m + 3)(m - 2)\).
Write the rational expression as \(\frac{(m - 2)^{2}}{(m + 3)(m - 2)}\) and then simplify by canceling the common factor \((m - 2)\), leaving the expression in lowest terms.

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