JAMB Mathematics 1986 Question 18

Question 18

Algebraic Expressions

If y = x/(x − 3) + x/(x + 4) find y when x = −2

  1. A.−3/5
  2. B.3/5
  3. C.−7/5
  4. D.−2/5.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (−3/5)

Explanation

y = −2/(−5) + (−2)/2 = 2/5 − 1 = −3/5.