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Question from Heidi: 10x-8 /3 =6x+24 /5.....I know the answer is 7/2 but how do I get there? |
Heidi,
When I see
I want to eliminate the fractions. 3 × 5 = 15 so multiply both sides by 15. The equation then becomes
5(10x - 8) = 3(6x + 24).
Simplify and solve for x.
If you need more help write back,
Penny
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