SOLUTION: How do I solve a rational equation? The problem is 3/x-1 = 6/x+2. Any help would be appreciated.

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Question 56356: How do I solve a rational equation? The problem is 3/x-1 = 6/x+2. Any help would be appreciated.
Answer by Cintchr(481) About Me  (Show Source):
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+3%2F%28x-1%29+=+6%2F%28x%2B2%29+
Since these are equal fractions .... cross multiply
+3%28x%2B2%29+=+6%28x-1%29+
distribute
+3x+%2B6+=+6x+-6+
subtract 3x from both sides
+6+=+3x+-6+
add 6 to both sides
+12+=+3x+
divide both sides be 3
+4+=+x+