Question

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

Answer 1

x=4

Explanation:

We want to find the the expression

(x-4)

------------------ = 0

(x+5) (x-1)

This occurs when the numerator is equal to zero

x-4 =0

Add 4 to each side

x-4+4 = 0+4

x = 4