Math Problem Statement

3-2/x=4/x rational function

Solution

The equation 32x=4x3 - \frac{2}{x} = \frac{4}{x} is a rational equation because it contains terms with variables in the denominator. Let's solve it step by step.

Steps:

  1. Clear the fractions: Multiply both sides of the equation by xx (assuming x0x \neq 0) to eliminate the denominators:

    x(32x)=x4xx \left( 3 - \frac{2}{x} \right) = x \cdot \frac{4}{x}

    This simplifies to:

    3x2=43x - 2 = 4

  2. Solve the simplified linear equation: Add 2 to both sides to isolate the term with xx:

    3x=63x = 6

  3. Divide by 3:

    x=2x = 2

So, the solution to the equation is x=2x = 2.

Check the solution:

Substitute x=2x = 2 back into the original equation to verify:

322=423 - \frac{2}{2} = \frac{4}{2} 31=23 - 1 = 2 2=22 = 2

Since both sides are equal, the solution is correct.


Would you like more details or have any questions? Here are some related questions to explore:

  1. What are the properties of rational functions?
  2. How do you solve rational equations with different denominators?
  3. Can you always multiply by the variable to clear denominators in rational equations?
  4. How do you handle undefined values for rational equations?
  5. What happens when there are multiple solutions in a rational equation?

Tip: Always check for restrictions on the variable (e.g., x0x \neq 0) when solving rational equations.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Rational Equations

Formulas

Clearing fractions by multiplying both sides by the variable

Theorems

Properties of rational functions

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10