Algebra: A Combined Approach (4th Edition)

Published by Pearson
ISBN 10: 0321726391
ISBN 13: 978-0-32172-639-1

Chapter 7 - Section 7.6 - Proportions and Problem Solving with Rational Equations - Exercise Set - Page 536: 3

Answer

The solution is $\frac{50}{9}$

Work Step by Step

$\frac{x}{10}$=$\frac{5}{9}$ 9x=10*5 9x=50 x=$\frac{50}{9}$ Check the solution $\frac{50}{9}$ $\frac{x}{10}$=$\frac{5}{9}$ $\frac{\frac{50}{9}}{10}$=$\frac{5}{9}$ $\frac{50}{9}$9=5*10 50=50
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