How do is do this problem 1/3 (x+6) = 1/2 (x-3)

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Olive Kim

Mathematics

22 January, 05:53

How do is do this problem 1/3 (x+6) = 1/2 (x-3)

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Lawrence Chang · Answer 1

Your solution is 21 = x.

Step-by-step explanation:

This problem involves two fractions. The LCD is 6. Mult. both sides of this equation by 6 to obtain 2 (x+6) = 3 (x-3).

Performing the indicated multiplication, we get 2x + 12 = 3x - 9.

Combining like terms: 21 = x