SOLUTION: I am having trouble trying to figure out how the correct answer came to -4, when the answer I got was x=1/5(fraction). The problem was: 5/3x + 1/3x= 2x + 28/3 + 7/3x. This prob

Question 186971: I am having trouble trying to figure out how the correct answer came to -4, when the answer I got was x=1/5(fraction). The problem was:
5/3x + 1/3x= 2x + 28/3 + 7/3x.
This problem came from a Mathlab I have to use for college. I would appreciate any assistance. Thank you very much.
Answer by josmiceli(19441) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!

Multiply both sides by

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