SOLUTION: I would like help on what steps do I have to take to solve: (2/3)x-5=x-3. I am not sure where to begin.

SOLUTION: I would like help on what steps do I have to take to solve: (2/3)x-5=x-3. I am not sure where to begin.

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Question 472442: I would like help on what steps do I have to take to solve: (2/3)x-5=x-3. I am not sure where to begin.
Answer by Alan3354(69443) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
(2/3)x-5=x-3
Add 5
(2/3)x = x + 2
Multiply by 3
2x = 3x + 6
subtract 3x
-x = 6
x = -6

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