Answer
Both sides of the equation should actually be multiplied by $2x^2$.
Work Step by Step
When the first step is done correctly, the result is:
$$ 3x+8=2x^2 \\ -2x^2+3x+8=0$$
Algebra 2 (1st Edition)
by Larson, Ron; Boswell, Laurie; Kanold, Timothy D.; Stiff, Lee
Published by
McDougal Littell
ISBN 10:
0618595414
ISBN 13:
978-0-61859-541-9
Chapter 8 Rational Functions - 8.6 Solve Rational Equations - 8.6 Exercises - Skill Practice - Page 593: 26
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