4 years ago

What is the solution for x in the equation 5/3 x +4=2/3 x

Mathematics

1 answer:

777dan777 [17]4 years ago

7 0

Answer:

x = - 4

Step-by-step explanation:

Given

$\frac{5}{3}$ x + 4 = $\frac{2}{3}$ x

Multiply through by 3 to clear the fractions

5x + 12 = 2x ( subtract 2x from both sides )

3x + 12 = 0 ( subtract 12 from both sides )

3x = - 12 ( divide both sides by 3 )

x = - 4

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