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Mikeybr
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There are three problems on my homework I can't get quite right.
x/x-1 - 1 = 3/x+1
4/b - 1/b+3 = 3b+2/b^2+2b-3
3r+1/r+3 + 2 =5r-2/r+3
x/x-1 - 1 = 3/x+1
4/b - 1/b+3 = 3b+2/b^2+2b-3
3r+1/r+3 + 2 =5r-2/r+3
Mikeybr said:There are three problems on my homework I can't get quite right.
x/x-1 - 1 = 3/x+1
4/b - 1/b+3 = 3b+2/b^2+2b-3
3r+1/r+3 + 2 =5r-2/r+3
A fractional equation is an equation that contains fractions, or numbers expressed as a ratio of two integers. These equations often involve variables and require solving for the unknown variable.
To solve a fractional equation, you must isolate the variable on one side of the equation by using inverse operations. This means doing the opposite operation to both sides of the equation to cancel out any numbers or variables. Once the variable is isolated, you can solve for its value.
Some common examples of fractional equations include equations with fractions in the numerator or denominator, equations with variables on both sides, or equations with complex fractions (fractions within fractions).
To solve a fractional equation with variables on both sides, you must first combine like terms on each side of the equation. Then, use inverse operations to isolate the variable on one side of the equation. Finally, solve for the variable's value by simplifying any fractions and distributing any remaining operations.
Yes, you can check your solution for a fractional equation by plugging the solution back into the original equation and simplifying both sides. If the solution is correct, both sides of the equation will be equal.