SOLUTION: I need help solving this equation where i have to make x the subject: a=1-x/x Note:We need to make x the subject? I do not understand it.

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Question 475698: I need help solving this equation where i have to make x the subject:
a=1-x/x
Note:We need to make x the subject? I do not understand it.

Answer by ewatrrr(24785)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
 
Hi,

ax = 1-x
ax + x = 1
x(a+1) = 1
x = 1/(a+1)
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