SOLUTION: Solve the equation for A: (A^2 - 4)/(A - 2) = A + 3
So far I tried to find the lowest common denominator, and multiplied it by the numerator on each side. I'm having trouble fin
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So far I tried to find the lowest common denominator, and multiplied it by the numerator on each side. I'm having trouble fin
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Question 81313: Solve the equation for A: (A^2 - 4)/(A - 2) = A + 3
So far I tried to find the lowest common denominator, and multiplied it by the numerator on each side. I'm having trouble finishing it though. I get to a point where my numbers can't be factored any further. I'm not sure if I'm even on the right track or not. I'd appreciate any help. Thanks. Answer by stanbon(75887) (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website! (A^2 - 4)/(A - 2) = A + 3
Factor to simplify the equation:
[(A-2)(A+2)/(A-2)]=A+3
Cancel the A-2 factors to get:
A+2 = A+3
Subtract A from both sides:
2=3
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This tells yu the equation is a contrdiction.
There is no solution.
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chees,
Stan H.
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