Math Problem Statement

Solve the equation: 5/2 - 2g = (5/2)g - 3 + g

Solution

To solve the equation:

522g=52g3+g\frac{5}{2} - 2g = \frac{5}{2}g - 3 + g

Let's proceed step-by-step.

Step 1: Combine like terms on the right side

Rewrite 52g3+g\frac{5}{2}g - 3 + g as a single term with gg and constants: 522g=52g+g3\frac{5}{2} - 2g = \frac{5}{2}g + g - 3 Combine 52g\frac{5}{2}g and gg (which is equivalent to 1g1g or 22g\frac{2}{2}g): 522g=72g3\frac{5}{2} - 2g = \frac{7}{2}g - 3

Step 2: Move terms involving gg to one side and constants to the other side

Add 2g2g to both sides to move the gg-terms together: 52=72g+2g3\frac{5}{2} = \frac{7}{2}g + 2g - 3 Convert 2g2g to a fraction with denominator 2: 52=72g+42g3\frac{5}{2} = \frac{7}{2}g + \frac{4}{2}g - 3 Combine terms on the right side: 52=112g3\frac{5}{2} = \frac{11}{2}g - 3

Step 3: Move the constant to the left side

Add 3 to both sides to isolate the gg-term: 52+3=112g\frac{5}{2} + 3 = \frac{11}{2}g Convert 3 to a fraction with denominator 2: 52+62=112g\frac{5}{2} + \frac{6}{2} = \frac{11}{2}g Combine the fractions on the left: 112=112g\frac{11}{2} = \frac{11}{2}g

Step 4: Solve for gg

Since both sides are equal and have the same coefficient of gg: g=1g = 1

Final Answer

g=1g = 1

Would you like further details on each step or have additional questions?


  1. How do we handle fractions in equations involving variables?
  2. Can you provide more examples of combining like terms in equations?
  3. How would the solution change if we had a different constant term on the right side?
  4. What are common mistakes to avoid when moving terms across the equals sign?
  5. How do we verify if the solution is correct?

Tip: When solving equations, always check your solution by plugging it back into the original equation to confirm it satisfies all terms.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Equations
Combining Like Terms
Solving for Variables

Formulas

Basic linear equation formula: ax + b = cx + d

Theorems

Properties of Equality

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10