Intermediate Algebra (6th Edition)

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Chapter 6 - Section 6.5 - Solving Equations Containing Rational Expressions - Exercise Set - Page 378: 39

Answer

No solution

Work Step by Step

Original Equation $\frac{1}{a-3}$ + $\frac{2}{a+3}$ = $\frac{1}{a^{2}-9}$ Multiply equation by the LCD, (a-3)(a+3) a+3+2(a-3) = 1 Simplify 3a = 9 Divide by 3 a=3 However, x=3 would make the denominator equal 0, so there is no solution.
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