Partial Fraction: Simplifying 3/(x^3 + 3) - Urgent Help Needed

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The discussion focuses on simplifying the expression 3/(x^3 + 3) using partial fraction decomposition. The key step involves factoring the denominator, x^3 + 3, which is recognized as a sum of cubes. The irreducible factors are identified as (x + 3^(1/3))(x^2 - 3^(1/3)x + 3^(2/3)). This factorization is essential for proceeding with the partial fraction decomposition.

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Partial Fraction!Really Really Urgent

Hey I am stuck in this question.Plese help me do this

3/(x^3 +3 )

change this into partial fraction
 
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You first need to factor x^3+3 into irreducibles. Hint-it's the sum of 2 cubes, x and 3^(1/3).
 

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