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How do you solve 2/3x -10=-12

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Answer:


x=-3

Explanation:

Question:
(2)/(3x) -10=-12

1) Add 10 to both sides:


(2)/(3x) =-2

2) Multiply both sides by the reciprocal of 2/3: (3/2)


x=-2*(3)/(2)


x=(-6)/(2)

3) Simplify the fraction:


x=-3

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