SOLUTION: Write the linear equation x = 1/3 y – 2/3 in standard form.

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Question 202426: Write the linear equation x = 1/3 y – 2/3 in standard form.
Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256) About Me  (Show Source):
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x=%281%2F3%29y-2%2F3 Start with the given equation.


3x=y-2 Multiply EVERY term by the LCD 3 to clear out the fractions.


3x-y=-2 Subtract "y" from both sides.