Math Problem Statement

−3/5+7/6x=7/3x

Solution

To solve the equation 35+76x=73x-\frac{3}{5} + \frac{7}{6}x = \frac{7}{3}x, follow these steps:

Step 1: Eliminate the fraction by finding a common denominator.

First, let's eliminate the fractions by finding the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators. The denominators are 5, 6, and 3. The LCM of 5, 6, and 3 is 30.

Step 2: Multiply the entire equation by 30.

30×(35)+30×(76x)=30×(73x)30 \times \left(-\frac{3}{5}\right) + 30 \times \left(\frac{7}{6}x\right) = 30 \times \left(\frac{7}{3}x\right)

This simplifies to: 18+35x=70x-18 + 35x = 70x

Step 3: Solve for xx.

To isolate xx, subtract 35x35x from both sides: 18=35x70x-18 = 35x - 70x

Combine like terms: 18=35x-18 = -35x

Finally, divide both sides by 35-35: x=1835x = \frac{-18}{-35}

Simplify the fraction: x=1835x = \frac{18}{35}

So, the solution is x=1835x = \frac{18}{35}.

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

Here are some related questions to explore:

  1. How do you solve linear equations with fractions?
  2. What is the method to find the least common multiple (LCM) of several numbers?
  3. How do you check the solution to an equation by substitution?
  4. What are the steps to simplify fractions?
  5. How does the distributive property help in solving equations?

Tip: When solving equations with fractions, multiplying the entire equation by the least common multiple of the denominators can simplify the process significantly.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Equations
Fractions

Formulas

LCM (Least Common Multiple)
Fraction Multiplication
Equation Simplification

Theorems

Distributive Property

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10