When simplifying a rational fraction, why do you need to factor the numerator and the denominator? Include two examples!

I will be happy to critique your thinking on this.

I wouldn't ask if I knew how to guess

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That's the dumbest thing I've ever heard.
because they're equilevant then
Don't be so rude Ms.Sue!!!
This is the second question of jiskha
THE 2nd QUESTION!!
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