Question

When (x+4) : (x-4)=17:9 . find x​

Answer 1

Answer:

x = 13

Step-by-step explanation:

(x+4) : (x-4) = 17:9

=> (x+4)/(x-4) = 17/9

=> 9(x+4) = 17(x-4)

=> 9x+36 = 17x-68

=> 9x-17x = -68-36

=> -8x = -104

=> x = -104/-8

So, x = 13