Solve this rational equation (x)/(x + 4) = (4)/(x + 4) + 2 ​

Question

Solve this rational equation

`(x)/(x + 4) = (4)/(x + 4) + 2`
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Answer 1

`x = - 12`

C.E.: x =/= -4

Explanation:

`(x)/(x + 4) = (4)/(x + 4) + 2 \\ (x)/(x + 4) = (4 + 2x + 8)/(x + 4) \\ x = 4 + 2x + 8 \\ - x = 12 \\ x = - 12`