SOLUTION: X+X+18=5:3 What are the X's

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Question 898366: X+X+18=5:3
What are the X's
Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
The right member must be a ratio

2X%2B18=5%2F3
6X%2B54=5
6X=-49
X=-49%2F6

That is the right answer. I solved the equation which you asked. If you expect a different one, then write the assigned equation correctly.