Introductory Algebra for College Students (7th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-13417-805-X
ISBN 13: 978-0-13417-805-9

Chapter 7 - Section 7.1 - Rational Expressions and Their Simplification - Exercise Set - Page 491: 4

Answer

$x=6$

Work Step by Step

A rational expression is undefined when the value of its denominator is zero. Write and solve an expression where the denominator is zero. $x-6=0$ Add 8 to both sides. $x-6+6=0+6$ Simplify. $x=6$
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