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12-104.

Simplify each rational expression below.

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    Multiply both the numerator and the denominator by a common denominator; use Giant Ones to eliminate the denominators.

    Factor the denominator and then simplify. (Look for another Giant One.)

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    Follow the steps in part (a).

    A common denominator is .