Question

If 1/(x+3)=2 , find the value of
1/(x+5).

Answer 1

1

Explanation:

1/(x+3) = 2

2(x+3) = 1

2x+6=1

2x=1-6

2x=-5

x=-5/2

1/(x+5) = 1/ (-5/2+5)

= 1/((-5+10)/5)

= 1/(5/5)

= 1/1

= 1