SOLUTION: I am trying to solve this equation: 5(x+3)-1/2=-x+2/3 (that's x+2 divided by three) Thanks, CM

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Question 48356: I am trying to solve this equation:
5(x+3)-1/2=-x+2/3 (that's x+2 divided by three)
Thanks,
CM
Answer by Nate(3500) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
5(x + 3) - 1/2 = -x + 2/3
30(x + 3) - 6/2 = -6x + 12/3
30x + 90 - 3 = -6x + 4
36x = -83
x = -83/36 = -2 11/36