SOLUTION: solve the equation. 2x/5 - x/3 = 5

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Question 619672: solve the equation. 2x/5 - x/3 = 5
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hi,

solve the equation

 %282x%2F5%29+-+x%2F3+=+5  |Multiplying thru by 15 so as all denominators = 1

     6x - 5x = 75

        x = 75

CHECKING our Answer***

30-25=5