Math Problem Statement

Solve the equation for the given variable: 5(3x + 5) = 6(4x + 5). If your answer is a fraction, write it in reduced fractional form.

Solution

Let's solve the given equation step-by-step. The equation is:

5(3x+5)=6(4x+5)5(3x + 5) = 6(4x + 5)

Step 1: Distribute both sides of the equation.

On the left side: 5(3x+5)=53x+55=15x+255(3x + 5) = 5 \cdot 3x + 5 \cdot 5 = 15x + 25

On the right side: 6(4x+5)=64x+65=24x+306(4x + 5) = 6 \cdot 4x + 6 \cdot 5 = 24x + 30

Now the equation becomes: 15x+25=24x+3015x + 25 = 24x + 30

Step 2: Rearrange the equation to get all terms involving xx on one side and the constant terms on the other side.

First, subtract 15x15x from both sides: 25=9x+3025 = 9x + 30

Next, subtract 30 from both sides: 2530=9x25 - 30 = 9x 5=9x-5 = 9x

Step 3: Solve for xx.

Divide both sides by 9: x=59x = \frac{-5}{9}

Thus, the solution is: x=59x = \frac{-5}{9}

Would you like any further explanation?

Here are five related questions to explore:

  1. How would the solution change if the equation were 5(3x+7)=6(4x+5)5(3x + 7) = 6(4x + 5)?
  2. Can you solve a similar equation involving a negative coefficient, such as 7(3x4)=5(2x+8)7(3x - 4) = 5(2x + 8)?
  3. What happens if you multiply both sides of the equation by a constant before distributing?
  4. How can you check if your solution to a linear equation is correct?
  5. What is the general process for solving linear equations that involve fractions?

Tip: Always simplify both sides of the equation before moving terms across the equals sign to avoid mistakes.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Linear Equations
Algebra

Formulas

Distributive Property: a(b + c) = ab + ac
Basic linear equation solving

Theorems

None

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8