Intermediate Algebra (6th Edition)

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

Chapter 6 - Section 6.5 - Solving Equations Containing Rational Expressions - Exercise Set - Page 378: 23

Answer

x=3

Work Step by Step

Original Equation $\frac{5}{x}$ = 20/12 Multiply equation by x 5 = $\frac{20x}{12}$ Divide by 20/12 to find x x=3
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