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Question 4 • Math 3

What causes a solution to a rational equation to be an extraneous solution?

Answer
A
If a solution results in a negative number when substituted into the denominator of the equation, the solution is extraneous.
B
When there is more than one solution, one of the solutions is extraneous.
C
When a solution is a fraction, the solution is extraneous.
D
If a solution results in zero when substituted into the denominator of the equation, the solution is extraneous.
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