SOLUTION: 3-(x/3)=2x/5 This is actually a rational equation but i couldn't find it in the topics.

Question 202989: 3-(x/3)=2x/5
This is actually a rational equation but i couldn't find it in the topics.
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 any fractions.

Multiply and simplify.

Subtract from both sides.

Subtract from both sides.

Combine like terms on the left side.

Divide both sides by to isolate .

Reduce.

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Answer:

So the solution is which approximates to .
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