Write x/2 - 2x + 4/ x + 1 as a single fraction, in its simplest form.

x²-3x - 8 2(x + 1)

Explanation

Find common denominator and write the nu merators above common denominator:

x(x + 1) − (2x + 4) × 2

2(x + 1)

Apply Multiplicative Distribution Law :

x² + x - 4x = 8

2(x + 1)

Reorder and gather like terms:

x² + (x − 4x) — 8

2(x + 1)

Collect coefficients for the like terms:

x² + (1-4) × x-8

2(x + 1)

Calculate the sum or difference:x²-3x -8

2(x + 1)

x²-3x - 8

2(x + 1)