Question

I need help reducing algebraic fractions

Answer 1

This exponent property really helps here:
\[a^{-b} = \frac{ 1 }{ a^b }\]

Answer 2

okay. how do i use it? Sorry math is kinda my weak suit

Answer 3

I'll apply this to bits of the expression from that exercise, it might get you started.

Answer 4

\[(2a+1)^{-2} = \frac{ 1 }{ (2a+1)^2 }\]

Answer 5

\[\left( \frac{ 6 }{ 2a+1 } \right)^{-1} = \frac{ (2a+1)^1 }{ (6)^1 } = \frac{ 2a+1 }{ 6 }\]

Answer 6

okay I see how you're working through it,