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Question 18 • Precalculus

What is the correct form of the partial fraction decomposition for the fraction with numerator 35 minus 27 x and denominator 4 x squared plus 28 x ?

Answer
A
the fraction with numerator cap A and denominator 4 x squared plus cap b over 28 x
B
the fraction with numerator cap A x plus cap b and denominator 4 x squared plus cap c over 28 x
C
the fraction with numerator cap A x plus cap b and denominator 4 x plus the fraction with numerator cap c and denominator x plus 7
D
cap A over 4 x plus the fraction with numerator cap b and denominator x plus 7

Explanation

Factor the denominator: 4x² + 28x = 4x(x + 7). Since it has two distinct linear factors, the partial fraction form uses a constant numerator over each factor: A/(4x) + B/(x + 7). This matches choice D.

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