Four divided by the sum of x and 8 equals the quotient of 6 and difference of x and 8. Find x.

Question

Please advise.

Answer 1

4/(x+8)=(x-8)/6

 

24 = (x + 8)(x - 8)

x² -64 = 24

x² = 88

x =√88

 

Hope this helps, Jennifer!