SOLUTION: I need help with solve for x on the following equations: 2x/3 + 4x/8 = 15 3(2x+4) = 2(5x-3)+2 5/9(9+3x6) / 120-18x5 Thank you

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Question 210705: I need help with solve for x on the following equations:
2x/3 + 4x/8 = 15
3(2x+4) = 2(5x-3)+2
5/9(9+3x6) / 120-18x5
Thank you

Answer by tutor_paul(519)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!

Add the x terms together. Just like any other time you add fractions, find the LCD. in this case LCD=24:

Multiply both sides of equation by 24:

Combine the x terms:

Divide each side by 28, reduce, and you are done:

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Based on this method, you should be able to do the other two problems.
Good Luck,
tutor_paul@yahoo.com

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