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tony66
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Hi, I am having awful trouble working this out and have been going round in circles. Can you help me please?
Its:
x/x+1 - 4/x - 2 = 2
Its:
x/x+1 - 4/x - 2 = 2
Prove It said:Seeing as your question says that there should be brackets in the original equation, please put there where they should be so that the equation can actually be read...
sarannie said:Yes that's the one. Sorry for the delay in replying, I had to go out.
Thank you
sarannie said:HI, can I cancel out (x - 2) here?
x(x - 2) - 4(x + 1)
(x + 1) (x - 2)
Leaving -4x + 1
x^2 + 1Thank you
sarannie said:What should I do next?
Thank you
sarannie said:So that x = 0 or x = 4?
Thank you
To solve an equation with fractions and brackets, you will need to follow the order of operations (PEMDAS) and use the distributive property. First, simplify any fractions by finding the least common denominator. Then, use the distributive property to remove the brackets by multiplying the term outside the brackets by each term inside the brackets. Finally, combine like terms and solve for the variable.
Yes, you can solve an equation with fractions and brackets without using the distributive property. However, it may be more complicated and time-consuming. It is best to use the distributive property to simplify the equation before solving for the variable.
To ensure you have solved an equation with fractions and brackets correctly, you can plug your solution back into the original equation. If the equation is true, then your solution is correct. You can also check your solution by using a calculator to evaluate each side of the equation and see if they are equal.
Yes, you can solve an equation with multiple fractions and brackets. The same steps apply as mentioned before - simplify the fractions, use the distributive property to remove the brackets, and solve for the variable. It may be helpful to combine like terms as you go to make the equation easier to solve.
Some common mistakes to avoid when solving an equation with fractions and brackets include forgetting to simplify the fractions, not using the distributive property correctly, and not following the order of operations. It is important to double-check your work and make sure all steps are done accurately to avoid any errors.