SOLUTION: how do i solve 7/x+1=5/x-3

Algebra ->  Rational-functions -> SOLUTION: how do i solve 7/x+1=5/x-3      Log On


   

Question 446748: how do i solve 7/x+1=5/x-3
Answer by benni1013(206) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Here are the steps:
1) Add 3
(7/x+4)=5/x
2) Subtract 5/x
(2/x+4)=0
3) Subtract 4
(2/x=-4)
4) Multiply each side by x
2=-4x
5) Divide by -4
x=-1/2