SOLUTION: Solve 2x/5-6x/5=3/5 Show all work

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Question 117101: Solve 2x/5-6x/5=3/5
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Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!

Start with the given equation



Multiply both sides by the LCM of 5. This will eliminate the fractions (note: if you need help with finding the LCM, check out this solver)



Distribute and multiply the LCM to each side



Combine like terms on the left side


Divide both sides by -4 to isolate x



Reduce

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Answer:
So our answer is (which is approximately in decimal form)

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