Question

Solve the equation. Check the solution. (Equation posted)

Answer 1

\[\frac{ -4 }{x+1 } = \frac{ -1 }{ x+5 }\]

Answer 2

x = -1/3

Answer 3

A. -19/4 B.1/3 C. -19/3 D.2 .... -1/3 isn't an option

Answer 4

cross multiply :
-4(x+5) =-1(x+1)
distribute and solve for x

Answer 5

Since the upper part is 4 times the upper part of the other, the lower part must obey the same rule, so 4(x+1)=x+5

Answer 6

i don't know. everytime I do this i get 1/3. so, yeah.