1. Lesson 4

1.4. Discover

Mathematics 20-1 Module 6

Module 6: Rational Expressions

 

Discover
 

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Equation A Equation B Equation C
0.125x + 0.25x = 6 3x + 6x = 144
     
  1. Consider the three equations in the table. Solve each of the equations in the cell below each equation. Begin with the equation you think would be the easiest to solve. Show all of your work.

  2. What do you notice about the root of each equation?

  3. What is the relationship between the three equations?

  4. How can you convert between each of the following equations?

    1. Equation A to Equation C

    2. Equation A to Equation B

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