Simplify the Rational Expression $\frac { x ^ { 4 } + x ^ { 3 } - 21 x ^ { 2 } - 41 x - 20 } { x ^ { 2 } + 2 x + 1 }$

question 54

Multiple Choice

Simplify the rational expression, $\frac { x ^ { 4 } + x ^ { 3 } - 21 x ^ { 2 } - 41 x - 20 } { x ^ { 2 } + 2 x + 1 }$ ,by using long division or synthetic division.

• A) \(x ^ { 2 } - x - 20\)
• B) \(x ^ { 2 } - 9 x + 25\)
• C) \(- x ^ { 2 } + 8 x + 25\)
• D) \(x ^ { 2 } + 5 x + 4\)
• E) \(- x ^ { 2 } + 9 x - 20\)

Understand the dynamic nature of culture and its variations across time.

Understands the components of the "human cultural survival kit" as well as the ability to critically evaluate its completeness.

Can apply a sociological perspective to personal experiences to understand cultural influences.

Understands Max Weber's concept of rationalization and can relate it to personal and societal experiences.

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