SOLUTION: When solving a rational equation, why is it important to to check your final answer(s)?

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Question 155295: When solving a rational equation, why is it important to to check your final answer(s)?
Answer by Fombitz(32388)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
When solving any equation, it's important to check your answer.
This final step proves you didn't make a mistake.
It's simple, can easily become a good habit, and can save you some grief in a final.

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