<PRE><B>Question 197286</B>
{{{2x/3-5=7}}} Start with the given equation.



{{{cross(3)(2x/cross(3))-3(5)=3(7)}}} Multiply EVERY term by the LCD {{{3}}} to clear any fractions.



{{{2x-15=21}}} Multiply.



{{{2x=21+15}}} Add {{{15}}} to both sides.



{{{2x=36}}} Combine like terms on the right side.



{{{x=(36)/(2)}}} Divide both sides by {{{2}}} to isolate {{{x}}}.



{{{x=18}}} Reduce.



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Answer:


So the solution is {{{x=18}}} </PRE>