OpenStax, Intermediate Algebra 2e §7.4 Solve Rational Equations · Exercise 56 · Algebra · Rational expressions

Solve Rational Equations · Exercise 56

Alek thinks the equation $\frac{y}{y + 6} = \frac{72}{y ^{2} - 36} + 4$ has two solutions, $y = - 6$ and $y = 4.$ Explain why Alek is wrong.

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OpenStax, Intermediate Algebra 2e · §7.4 Solve Rational Equations · Exercise 56

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