Question

Find the value of x - Step by step answer please

Answer 1

Answer:

x = -2

Step-by-step explanation:

Given :

$\frac{8}{x+1} = \frac{-16}{x+4}$

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Cross multiplying the terms :

⇒ 8 (x + 4) = -16 (x + 1)

⇒ 8x + 32 = -16x - 16

⇒ 24x = -48

⇒ x = -2