Simplifying and Solving Algebraic Fractions

Simplifying and Solving Algebraic Fractions

Secondary 3
  1. Express as a single fraction in its simplest form
    \(\frac{8}{x-2}-\frac{5}{4-2x}\)
  2. Solve the equation \(\frac{8}{x-2}-\frac{5}{4-2x}=\frac{7}{4}\).

Video Solution:

Video Solution

Video solution locked

A free account saves your progress; this video needs tuition enrolment.

Solution:

Solution locked

680+ questions here come with free worked solutions. A free account saves your questions and progress; this one needs tuition enrolment.

Create a free account to practise similar questions.

Answer:(i) 21/[2(x-2)]; (ii) x = 8.

Need help? Join our IP Math tuition programme.

Learn more