Question 342795
Hello, 
Let's get rid of the fractions so it's easier work with. 1/7=x-2/5 
Multiply by 35 and we get:
5=35x-14
Are you tracking me?
Now add 14 to both sides to get:
19=35x
Divide both sides by 35 to get:
x=19/35
Got it?
RJ
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