Multiply the single term $x$ by each term of the polynomial $\left(x-5\right)$
$\frac{x\cdot x-5x}{x^2-9}$
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When multiplying two powers that have the same base ($x$), you can add the exponents
$\frac{x^2-5x}{x^2-9}$
Final answer to the problem
$\frac{x^2-5x}{x^2-9}$
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The simplification of algebraic expressions consists in rewriting a long and complex expression in an equivalent, but much simpler expression. This simplification can be accomplished through the combined use of arithmetic and algebra rules.