the first step to solve this question is to write all the numerators above the least common denominator, 8.
2x + 1 / 8 / x² / 4
now you need to simplify this complex fraction
2x + 1 / 2x²
since you cannot simplify this fraction anymore,, the correct answer to your question is going to be option A.
let me know if you have any further questions
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