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OpenStudy (yrivers36):

solve the problem and check any solutions to make sure that the rational functions are defined for those inputs. 1/x - 4/5x=1 with explanations please.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Multiply both sides by the common denominator (5x) to get a straightforward linear equation.

OpenStudy (yrivers36):

yes I did that but still coming up with a fraction (1/5)

OpenStudy (anonymous):

That's correct.

OpenStudy (yrivers36):

oh ok thanks. I thought it was wrong

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