Solving Rational Equations. Going to post the problem. Could someone explain what I am doing wrong. Thanks.

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Solving Rational Equations.  Going to post the problem. Could someone explain what I am doing wrong. Thanks.

anonymous · Answer

yes we are on the same chapter :P, great practice for me

anonymous · Answer

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anonymous · Answer

can you post the question as well

anonymous · Answer

why are you multiplying ever term by 12?

anonymous · Answer

Many reasons why I posted it and hoping someone can explain what on earth I am doing.

anonymous · Answer

can you post the actual question here as well

anonymous · Answer

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anonymous · Answer

okay, first find the common denominator for only the left side. forget the right side for now.

amistre64 · Answer

you can always let the math find the common denominator for you.  just start multiplying thru by a denominator, like 2

amistre64 · Answer

usually, if you work your way form biggest to smallest, you have the possibility of canceling some of the others out as you go,  say start with 4

4/4 = 1   and  4/2 = 2  so it cancels them both out at the same time

amistre64 · Answer

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