Intermediate Algebra (6th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0321785045
ISBN 13: 978-0-32178-504-6

Chapter 6 - Cumulative Review - Page 407: 4

Answer

$x=7$

Work Step by Step

$\frac{x}{7}+\frac{x}{5}=\frac{12}{5}$ The common denominator of these three fractions is $35$, so multiply the entire equation by $35$. $(35)(\frac{x}{7})+(35)(\frac{x}{5})=(35)(\frac{12}{5})$ Simplify $5x+7x=84$ Combine like terms $12x=84$ Divide by $12$ $x=7$
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