SOLUTION: Hi. May I have some help with this equation? (16/30)*s + (16/35)*s + (16/20)*s = 17

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Question 122281: Hi. May I have some help with this equation?

(16/30)*s + (16/35)*s + (16/20)*s = 17

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 420. 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 752 to isolate s



Reduce

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

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