SOLUTION: 5-(1/3)x=(1/2)x I have to find the lcd and then solve for the variable. I cant remember if I need to multiply the 5 by the lcd.

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Question 790956: 5-(1/3)x=(1/2)x I have to find the lcd and then solve for the variable. I cant remember if I need to multiply the 5 by the lcd.
Answer by josgarithmetic(39630) About Me  (Show Source):
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Multiply BOTH SIDES of the equation by the lowest common denominator, 6.