SOLUTION: (x/2)-3=(x/3)-2 Solve equation. I got x=5, Is that correct?

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Question 222847: (x/2)-3=(x/3)-2
Solve equation. I got x=5, Is that correct?

Answer by rapaljer(4671)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!


The LCD is 6, so multiply both sides by 6.




Subtract 2x from each side:


Add +18 to each side:



Check:



It checks!!

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Dr. Robert J. Rapalje, Retired
Seminole State College
Altamonte Springs Campus

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