Intermediate Algebra (6th Edition)

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

Chapter 6 - Sections 6.1-6.5 - Integrated Review - Expressions and Equations Containing Rational Expressions - Page 379: 2

Answer

$x=10$

Work Step by Step

The best way to solve the equation is to get rid of the denominators. Multiply both sides by the LCD, which is 20, to have: $\\20(\frac{x}{4}) = 20(\frac{3}{2}+\frac{x}{10}) \\5x=30+2x$ Combine like terms to have: $\\5x-2x=30 \\3x=30 \\x=10$
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