SOLUTION: I can't figure out how to solve this. I am currently learning about Linear Functions. 2x+1/3 = 2x-1/2 Solve for X. PLEASE HELP!

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Question 219124: I can't figure out how to solve this. I am currently learning about Linear Functions.
2x+1/3 = 2x-1/2 Solve for X.
PLEASE HELP!

Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Is the equation ???

Start with the given equation.


Multiply both sides by the LCD to clear any fractions.


Distribute and multiply.


Subtract from both sides.


Subtract from both sides.


Combine like terms on the left side.


Combine like terms on the right side.


Simplify.


Since this equation is never true for any x value, this means that there are no solutions.

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OR...


Is the equation ???


Start with the given equation.


Cross multiply.


Distribute.


Subtract from both sides.


Subtract from both sides.


Combine like terms on the left side.


Combine like terms on the right side.


Divide both sides by to isolate .


Reduce.


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Answer:

So the solution is which in decimal form is .

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