The least common multiple (LCM) of a sum of algebraic fractions consists of the product of the common factors with the greatest exponent, and the uncommon factors
$L.C.M.=2\left(2x+1\right)$
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Obtained the least common multiple (LCM), we place it as the denominator of each fraction, and in the numerator of each fraction we add the factors that we need to complete
Combine and simplify all terms in the same fraction with common denominator $2\left(2x+1\right)$
$\frac{-5}{2\left(2x+1\right)}$
Final answer to the problem
$\frac{-5}{2\left(2x+1\right)}$
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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.