SOLUTION: I do not understand how to solve literal equations. The question is: Solve the literal equation for x : ax=bx-c

Question 163769: I do not understand how to solve literal equations. The question is: Solve the literal equation for x : ax=bx-c
Found 2 solutions by scott8148, jim_thompson5910:
Answer by scott8148(6628) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
subtracting bx __ ax-bx=-c __ factoring __ x(a-b)=-c __ dividing by a-b __ x=-c/(a-b)
Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Start with the given equation

Subtract bx from both sides

Factor out the GCF x

Divide both sides by to isolate x
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