Solving Rational Equations and Rearranging Algebraic Fractions

Solving Rational Equations and Rearranging Algebraic Fractions

Secondary 2

Solve the following equations, giving your answers correct to \(3\) significant figures where necessary.

  1. \(3x-10=\frac{7}{x}\)
  2. \(2x-\frac{3}{x}=-5\)
  3. \(\frac{x+1}{4}=\frac{6}{x-1}\)
  4. \(\frac{8}{x+9}-2=x\)
  5. \(\frac{x+4}{x}-\frac{7}{x-5}=0\)

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Answer:(i) x = 3.93 or -0.594; (ii) x = 1/2 or -3; (iii) x = 5 or -5; (iv) x = -10 or -1; (v) x = 10 or -2.

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