Simplify This Rational Expression

question 30

Multiple Choice

Simplify this rational expression. Assume the denominator never equals zero.

• A) 1
• B) 2 a - 8 x
• C) 8 x - 2 a
• D) -1
• E) Does not simplify further.

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Definitions:

Average Total

typically pertains to the average total cost, which is calculated by dividing the total cost of production by the quantity produced.

Average Fixed

Average Fixed refers to the average fixed costs per unit of output, which decreases as the quantity of output increases because total fixed costs are spread over a larger number of units.

Average Variable

Pertains to the expenses that change in proportion to the activity of a business, averaged per unit of production or operation.

Average Total Cost

The average cost per unit of output, calculated by dividing the total production cost by the number of units produced.