SOLUTION: Find unknown x value in the following equation: 1/2:2x=-1/3 P/S: No explanation from teacher.

Question 1000044: Find unknown x value in the following equation:
1/2:2x=-1/3
P/S: No explanation from teacher.
Answer by josgarithmetic(39618) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Left member appears to show a ratio comparing and 2x.
Right member would be equal to that ratio and is indicated to be negative one-third.

A better more sensible way to show the equation should be .

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