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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) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hi,

 a+=+%281-x%29%2Fx

 ax = 1-x

 ax + x = 1   

 x(a+1) = 1

   x = 1/(a+1)