Intermediate Algebra (6th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0321785045
ISBN 13: 978-0-32178-504-6

Chapter 6 - Section 6.5 - Solving Equations Containing Rational Expressions - Exercise Set - Page 377: 17

Answer

x=3

Work Step by Step

Original Equation $\frac{1}{x-4}$ - $\frac{3x}{x^{2}-16}$ = $\frac{2}{x+4}$ Multiply equation by the LCD, (x-4)(x+4) to get rid of denominators (x+4)-3x = 2(x-4) Distribute x+4-3x = 2x-8 Simplify 4x = 12 Divide by 4 x=3
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