Math Problem Statement

X/3-2x+1/3=x-3/5

Solution

Let's solve the equation X32X+13=X35\frac{X}{3} - 2X + \frac{1}{3} = X - \frac{3}{5}.

Step 1: Clear the fractions

To eliminate the fractions, we can multiply every term by the least common denominator (LCD) of 3 and 5, which is 15.

15×(X3)15×2X+15×(13)=15×X15×(35)15 \times \left(\frac{X}{3}\right) - 15 \times 2X + 15 \times \left(\frac{1}{3}\right) = 15 \times X - 15 \times \left(\frac{3}{5}\right)

This simplifies to:

5X30X+5=15X95X - 30X + 5 = 15X - 9

Step 2: Combine like terms

Now, combine the XX terms and the constants:

5X30X=15X955X - 30X = 15X - 9 - 5

This simplifies to:

25X=15X14-25X = 15X - 14

Step 3: Move all terms involving XX to one side

Add 25X25X to both sides to get:

0=40X140 = 40X - 14

Step 4: Solve for XX

Now, solve for XX by isolating it:

40X=1440X = 14

X=1440X = \frac{14}{40}

Simplify the fraction:

X=720X = \frac{7}{20}

Final Answer:

X=720X = \frac{7}{20}

Would you like more details, or do you have any questions about the solution?

Here are 5 related questions for further practice:

  1. How would you solve 2X532=X3+16\frac{2X}{5} - \frac{3}{2} = \frac{X}{3} + \frac{1}{6}?
  2. Can you solve 4X23=X2+544X - \frac{2}{3} = \frac{X}{2} + \frac{5}{4}?
  3. What is the solution to 3X45X+23=2X78\frac{3X}{4} - 5X + \frac{2}{3} = 2X - \frac{7}{8}?
  4. How would you approach X2+3X5=X4+12\frac{X}{2} + \frac{3X}{5} = \frac{X}{4} + \frac{1}{2}?
  5. Solve X+23X=15\frac{X+2}{3} - X = \frac{1}{5}.

Tip: Always clear fractions early in the equation by multiplying by the least common denominator; this simplifies the equation and reduces potential errors.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Equations
Fractions
Solving Equations

Formulas

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Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

High School