SOLUTION: Solve the equation by multiplying both sides by x^2. 1 + 12x^-2 = 8x^-1

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Question 854821: Solve the equation by multiplying both sides by x^2. 1 + 12x^-2 = 8x^-1
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hi,

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     x^2 + 12 - 8x

     x^2 - 8x + 12   Factor

    (x - 6)(x-2) = 0,   x = 2, 6