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Write each rational expression in lowest terms.$$\frac{x^{2}-81}{9-x}$$
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The expression $x^{2}-81$ is a difference of squares, which can be factored into $(x-9)(x+9)$. So, the expression becomes: $$ \frac{(x-9)(x+9)}{9-x} $$ Show more…
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