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simplify (-x)/(x^2)

Solution

simplify

\frac{- x}{x ^{2}}

Solution

- \frac{1}{x}

Solution steps

\frac{- x}{x ^{2}}

Apply the fraction rule:

\frac{- a}{b} = - \frac{a}{b}

= - \frac{x}{x ^{2}}

Cancel the common factor:

x

= - \frac{1}{x}

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is (-x)/(x^2) ?
The solution to (-x)/(x^2) is -1/x