SOLUTION: Good afternoon
I have 1/x + 1/1.25x = 1/5
I guess i'm confused why can i multiply through by 5x in order to get
5+5/1.25=x
Could you please explain the process and also o
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Question 177255: Good afternoon
I have 1/x + 1/1.25x = 1/5
I guess i'm confused why can i multiply through by 5x in order to get
5+5/1.25=x
Could you please explain the process and also offer some tips when dealing with fraction. Thanks a lot
Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Is the equation ???
Start with the given equation.
Multiply EVERY term by the LCD to clear out the fractions.
Multiply and simplify.
Combine like terms.
Divide both sides by 1.25 to isolate x.
Divide
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