Question 124706


{{{t/9-7=-5}}} Start with the given equation




{{{(9)(t/9-7)=(9)(-5)}}} Multiply both sides by the LCM of 9. This will eliminate the fractions  (note: if you need help with finding the LCM, check out this <a href=http://www.algebra.com/algebra/homework/divisibility/least-common-multiple.solver>solver</a>)




{{{t-63=-45}}} Distribute and multiply the LCM to each side




{{{t=-45+63}}}Add 63 to both sides



{{{t=18}}} Combine like terms on the right side


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Answer:

So our answer is {{{t=18}}}