SOLUTION: I am trying to solve for X in the following equation: 100 = 5.24/(1+X) + 115.2124/(1+X)^2

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Question 498971: I am trying to solve for X in the following equation:
100 = 5.24/(1+X) + 115.2124/(1+X)^2
Answer by chessace(471) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Multiply every term by (1+X)^2
[Note that X=-1 must be avoided].
Then you will have a 2nd degree equation;
use quadratic formula.