Factorize: Factorize the denominators and numerators where possible.x2−6x−7x+8 can be rewritten as (x−7)(x+1)x+8.x+1x2+16x+64 can be rewritten as x+1(x+8)2.
Rewrite fraction: Rewrite the complex fraction using the factorizations.x+1(x+8)2(x−7)(x+1)x+8.
Apply property: Apply the property of division of fractions, which is multiplying by the reciprocal.(x−7)(x+1)x+8⋅(x+8)2x+1.
Simplify terms: Simplify by canceling out common terms.The x+1 and one x+8 cancel out, leaving x−71⋅x+81.
Multiply fractions: Multiply the remaining fractions.(x−7)(x+8)1.
More problems from Evaluate definite integrals using the chain rule