Problem 12 of 7
Multiply and simplify rational expressions: (x+1)/(x^2+2x+1) * (x+1).
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factor, cancel common factors, and state restrictions.
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Factor first, cancel common factors, and state restrictions from original denominators.
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1. Factor all numerators and denominators.
2. Multiply numerators and denominators.
3. Cancel common factors and record original restrictions.
Use the worked steps, then substitute the final answer back into the original relationship to confirm it satisfies the prompt.
Canceling addends inside sums.