Math Problem Statement

Solve for x

Solve for x: (2(x - 3))/3 - (x - 2)/4 = 1

Solution

The equation given in the image is:

2(x3)3x24=1\frac{2(x - 3)}{3} - \frac{x - 2}{4} = 1

Steps to Solve for xx:

  1. Eliminate Fractions by Finding the Least Common Denominator (LCD):

    • The denominators are 33 and 44, so the LCD is 1212.
    • Multiply through by 1212 to eliminate the denominators: 122(x3)312x24=12112 \cdot \frac{2(x - 3)}{3} - 12 \cdot \frac{x - 2}{4} = 12 \cdot 1
    • Simplify each term: 42(x3)3(x2)=124 \cdot 2(x - 3) - 3 \cdot (x - 2) = 12
  2. Distribute the Terms:

    • Expand: 8(x3)3(x2)=128(x - 3) - 3(x - 2) = 12
    • Simplify further: 8x243x+6=128x - 24 - 3x + 6 = 12
  3. Combine Like Terms:

    • Combine xx-terms and constants: (8x3x)+(24+6)=12(8x - 3x) + (-24 + 6) = 12 5x18=125x - 18 = 12
  4. Isolate xx:

    • Add 1818 to both sides: 5x=305x = 30
    • Divide by 55: x=6x = 6

Final Answer:

x=6x = 6

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5 Related Questions:

  1. What is the importance of finding the LCD when solving equations with fractions?
  2. How can you verify the solution to an equation with fractions?
  3. What happens if you forget to distribute terms correctly when solving?
  4. How do you solve equations involving more complex fractions?
  5. Can this method be applied to inequalities? If so, how?

Tip: Always double-check your work by substituting your solution back into the original equation!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Equations
Fractions
Least Common Denominator

Formulas

Eliminating fractions by multiplying through by the least common denominator

Theorems

Properties of equality
Distributive property

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9