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: 5

Answer

$x=4$

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. $5x-20=0$ Add 20 to both sides. $5x-20+20=0+20$ Simplify. $5x=20$ Divide both sides by 5. $5x\div5=20\div5$ Simplify. $x=4$
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