SOLUTION: Solve the rational equation: 1/x-1/(x+1)=1/56 Thank you in advance for any help.

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Question 327450: Solve the rational equation:
1/x-1/(x+1)=1/56
Thank you in advance for any help.
Answer by scott8148(6628) About Me  (Show Source):
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multiply by [56x(x+1)] (the LCD) ___ 56x + 56 - 56x = x^2 + x

x^2 + x - 56 = 0

factor the quadratic to find x