Question 13
Algebraic ExpressionsEvaluate (xy2 − x2y)/(x2 − xy) when x = −2 and y = 3
- A.−3
- B.−3/2
- C.3/5
- D.3
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Answer: A (−3)
Explanation
The expression is xy(y − x)/[x(x − y)] = −y. With y = 3, the value is −3.
Evaluate (xy2 − x2y)/(x2 − xy) when x = −2 and y = 3
Answer: A (−3)
The expression is xy(y − x)/[x(x − y)] = −y. With y = 3, the value is −3.