
factorising the first denominator
x²-2x-3 = x² -3x+x-3 = (x+1)(x-3)
(a) 
finding LCD
(b) LCD of (x-3)(x+1) and (x-3) is (x-3)(x+1)
(c)

(d)



1. combine like terms (2x and -7x) to create -5x
2. subtract 5 from each side to create: -5x=10
3. divide both sides by -5
4. x=-2
Answer:
B) Going to the close store is cheaper.
Step-by-step explanation:
Cost of going to the next town:
(8.3mi/22mi) × $3.79 = $1.43
Cost of going to the close store:
(2.3mi/22mi) × $3.79 = $0.40
Answer:
-0.2
Step-by-step explanation: