SOLUTION: Solve and check. Begin by rewriting the equation without the fraction. 2x/3-5=7. I have no idea how to change the fraction 2x/3 and then to solve the equation. After solving it

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: Solve and check. Begin by rewriting the equation without the fraction.
2x/3-5=7. I have no idea how to change the fraction 2x/3 and then to solve the equation. After solving it how do I put the answer back in to check it? This question is from textbook

Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Start with the given equation.

Multiply EVERY term by the LCD to clear the fraction.

Multiply and simplify.

Add to both sides.

Combine like terms on the right side.

Divide both sides by to isolate .

Reduce.

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