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In Example 2, change the second denominator from b2 to b and then solve for x. Data from Example 2 Solve for First, determine that the LCD of the terms of the equation is 2b2. Then multiply each term by

In Example 2, change the second denominator from b2 to b and then solve for x.


Data from Example 2

Solve for


First, determine that the LCD of the terms of the equation is 2b2. Then multiply each term by 2b2 and continue with the solution:

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X 2 b² X 2b

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Chapter # 6- Factoring and Fractions
Section: Exercises 6.7
Problem: 1
Posted Date: March 22, 2023 03:39:45

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