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How do i solve this

How do i solve this-example-1
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(m+3)/(4) =(m-5)/(7)

Cross multiply (m + 3) * (7) and (4) * (m - 5).

7m + 21 = 4m - 20

Subtract 4m from both sides.

3m + 21 = -20

Subtract 21 from both sides.

3m = -41

Divide both sides by 3.

m = -41/3

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