Question

The difference of an integer and its reciprocal is 143/12 . Find the integer

Answer 1

hi dear

let the integer be r

its reciprocal = 1/r

ATQ

1/r - r = 143/12

1-r/r = 143/12

12(1-r) = 143r

12 - 12r = 143r.

12= 143r + 12r

12= 155r

r = 12/155