Add or Subtract

question 45

Multiple Choice

Add or subtract. Then simplify. If a denominator has two or more factors (other than monomials) , leave it in factored form. Express the answer using the denominator of the first fraction when applicable.
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Definitions:

Minimize The Cost

A strategy aimed at finding the most effective way to use resources to reduce expenses to the lowest possible level.

Cost Per Unit

The total cost associated with producing one unit of a product, including fixed and variable costs.

Economic Profit

The disparity between what a company earns in total and what it spends, counting both direct and indirect costs.

Self-Interest

The motivation driving individuals to pursue their own benefits or advantages, often considered a fundamental economic assumption.