<u>Given</u>:
The given expression is 
We need to determine how the expression can be simplified.
<u>Simplifying the expression:</u>
Let us determine how the expression can be simplified.
The expression is given by

Applying the exponent rule that
in the above expression, we get;

Adding the exponents, we get;

Again, applying the exponent rule
, we get;

Thus, the simplified expression is 
Hence, the expression is simplified by adding the exponents and keep the same base. Then find the reciprocal and change the sign of the exponent.
Therefore, Option D is the correct answer.
Answer:
x=-8
Step-by-step explanation:
Subtract 2 from both sides
Simplify
Multiply all terms by the same value to eliminate fraction denominators
Cancel multiplied terms that are in the denominator
Subtract 2x from both sides
Simplify
I would answer the question but there are no answer choices, so if you could add that maybe I could help! :)