SOLUTION: How do I solve for X: ax+bx=c

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Question 487953: How do I solve for X:
ax+bx=c
Answer by richard1234(7193) About Me  (Show Source):
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Factor LHS

x(a+b) = c, divide both sides by a+b.

x = c/(a+b)