Solve equations with one rational expression (basic)

The  exercise appears under the Algebra II Math Mission. This exercise practices solving equations that have one rational expression whose numerator and denominator and linear expressions.

Types of Problems
There is one type of problem in this exercise:


 * 1) Solve for the variable: This problem has a rational equation with one rational expression that contains a variable. The student is asked to use algebra techniques to determine the solution to the variable and write it in the space provided.Solve equations with one rational expression (basic).PNG

Strategies
Knowledge of basic equation solving techniques, such as cross multiplication, is encouraged to ensure success on this exercise.
 * 1) There is no concern of extraneous solutions on this exercise.
 * 2) The equations are of the form rational expression equals rational number.
 * 3) Cross multiplication is recommended to complete this exercise efficiently.

Real-life Applications

 * 1) Rational equations are used to solve certain work rate and distance word problems.