?Felipe thinks \(\frac{1}{x}+\frac{1}{y}\) is \(\frac{2}{x+y}\). (a) Choose numerical

Chapter 8, Problem 253

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Felipe thinks \(\frac{1}{x}+\frac{1}{y}\) is \(\frac{2}{x+y}\).

(a) Choose numerical values for x and y and evaluate \(\frac{1}{x}+\frac{1}{y}\).

(b) Evaluate \(\frac{2}{x+y}\) for the same values of x and y you used in part (a).

(c) Explain why Felipe is wrong.

(d) Find the correct expression for \(\frac{1}{x}+\frac{1}{y}\).

Text Transcription:

1/x + 1/y

2/x+y

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