SOLUTION: I am trying to solve the equation: (1/(x-3))+(1/(x+3))=(10/(x^2-9)) Thanks in advance.

Question 92635: I am trying to solve the equation: (1/(x-3))+(1/(x+3))=(10/(x^2-9))
Thanks in advance.
Answer by ankor@dixie-net.com(22740) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
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Note that x^2 - 9 is the difference of squares and can be factored
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Multiply the equation thru by (x-3)(x+3), results:
1(x+3) + 1(x-3) = 10
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x + 3 + x - 3 = 10
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2x = 10
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x = 10/2
x = +5
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Check the solution in original equation
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Could you follow this OK? Any questions?
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