Simplify
- $\frac { x ^ { - 5 } + 4 } { x ^ { - 5 } - 4 }$

question 274

Multiple Choice

Simplify.
- $\frac { x ^ { - 5 } + 4 } { x ^ { - 5 } - 4 }$

• A) \(- \frac { 4 x ^ { 5 } } { 4 x ^ { 5 } }\)
• B) \(\frac { 1 - 4 x ^ { 5 } } { 1 + 4 x ^ { 5 } }\)
• C) \(\frac { 1 + 4 x ^ { 5 } } { 1 - 4 x ^ { 5 } }\)
• D) \(\frac { x ^ { 5 } + 4 } { x ^ { 5 } - 4 }\)

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Definitions:

Carbons

The chemical element with the atomic number 6, known for its ability to form a vast number of compounds, including organic compounds, due to its four valence electrons.

Tetrahedral Geometry

A molecular shape where a central atom is surrounded by four atoms or groups of atoms at the corners of a tetrahedron.

Carbon Atoms

The basic building blocks of most molecules that make up living things, symbolized as C, with an atomic number of 6.

Phenol

An organic compound consisting of a benzene ring bonded to a hydroxyl group, used in the production of plastics, explosives, and pharmaceuticals.