cgarcia0507 cgarcia0507
  • 25-11-2018
  • Mathematics
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How do I solve for x

How do I solve for x class=

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Savageghost Savageghost
  • 25-11-2018
The best way too solve it is to cross multiply. When you get the answer tell me and I’ll check it
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iiMGii
iiMGii iiMGii
  • 25-11-2018
SOLUTION:

5a / x = 5b / x - 1

( 5a ) ( x - 1 ) = ( x ) ( 5b )

5ax - 5a = 5bx

5ax - 5bx = 5a

5x ( a - b ) = 5a

5x = 5a / ( a - b )

x = 5a / ( a - b ) ÷ 5

x = 5a / 5 ( a - b )

x = a / ( a - b )

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