Question

question

determine the values for which the rational expression is undefined: \frac{8n - 5}{3n + 1}.

provide your answer below:

n =

Explanation:

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Set the denominator to zero

A rational expression is undefined when its denominator is equal to zero.
\[
3n + 1 = 0
\]

Solve for n

Using the Solving Linear Equations knowledge point
\[

$$\begin{aligned} 3n &= -1 \\ n &= -\frac{1}{3} \end{aligned}$$

\]
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Determine the values for which the rational expression is undefined: \(\frac{8n - 5}{3n + 1}\).

Provide your answer below:

\(n =\) <blank>\(-\frac{1}{3}\)</blank>
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Set the denominator to zero

A rational expression is undefined when its denominator is equal to zero.
\[
3n + 1 = 0
\]

Solve for n

Using the Solving Linear Equations knowledge point
\[

$$\begin{aligned} 3n &= -1 \\ n &= -\frac{1}{3} \end{aligned}$$

\]
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Determine the values for which the rational expression is undefined: \(\frac{8n - 5}{3n + 1}\).

Provide your answer below:

\(n =\) <blank>\(-\frac{1}{3}\)</blank>
</answer>

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