Question

For what value of x is the rational expression below equal to zero?

x-4/(x+5)(x-1)
O A. -5
O B. 4
C. -4
O D. 1

Answer 1

x=4

Explanation:

(x-4)/(x+5)(x-1)

For this to be equal to zero, the numerator must be zero and the denominator not equal to zero

x-4 = 0

x=4