Rational Equation, how do you work it out I need to check my work.
x 1 x
— - — = —
2 3 4
I got 4
—
3
Write fractions this way:
x/2 - 1/3 - x/4
LCD = 12
6x/12 - 4/12 - 3x/12
= (3x - 4)/12
Your answer makes no sense. (It doesn't even have an x term)
Your suppose to solve for x
That's how I got 4/3
You have no right side of an equation.
There was no equation to solve.
Retype your question please
To solve this rational equation, you need to find the value of x that satisfies the equation.
Here's how you can work it out step by step:
1. Start by cross-multiplying to eliminate the fractions. Multiply the denominators of both sides of the equation by the numerators of the other side.
(2 * x) * 4 = (1 * 3) * (x)
Simplify this equation:
8x = 3x
2. Now, simplify the equation by combining like terms. Subtract 3x from both sides of the equation.
8x - 3x = 0
Simplify further:
5x = 0
3. Divide both sides of the equation by 5 to solve for x.
x = 0
So, the solution to the rational equation is x = 0.
To check your work, substitute the value of x back into the original equation and see if it holds true.