Perform the Indicated Operation $$3 x ^ { - 1 } + ( 5 x ) ^ { - 1 }$$

question 149

Multiple Choice

Perform the indicated operation. Simplify if possible.
- $$3 x ^ { - 1 } + ( 5 x ) ^ { - 1 }$$

• A) \(\frac { 14 } { 5 x }\)
• B) \(\frac { 16 } { 5 x }\)
• C) \(\frac { 4 } { x }\)
• D) \(\frac { 8 } { \mathrm { x } }\)

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