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What is the solution to this rational equation? 24 over x-8 =4

What is the solution to this rational equation? 24 over x-8 =4-example-1
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(24)/(x-8)=4

cross-multiply

4(x-8) = 24

4x - 32 = 24

Add 32 to both-side

4x = 24 + 32

4x = 56

Divide both-side by 4

x= 14

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