To solve this equation, we need to find a common denominator for the fractions on the left side. The common denominator is (x+3)(3):
(3(x + 3))/(3(x + 3)) - 2(x + 3)/(x + 3)(3) = 2
Multiplying through, we get:
3(x + 3) - 2(x + 3)/(3(x + 3)) = 2
Expanding the terms gives:
3x + 9 - 2x - 6 = 2
Combining like terms:
x + 3 = 2
Subtracting 3 from both sides:
x = -1
Therefore, the solution is not one of the answer choices given.
1 /3x+9 - 2/x+3=2
A. x=1
B. x=-23/6
C. x=-5/2
D . x= -5
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