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What is x if x / 5 + x / 2 equals 14

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Answer

The value of x is 20

Expalantion

As given in question


x/5+x/2 = 14

We have to determine the value of x

So, by taking LCM of given equation


(2x + 5x)/10 = 14

By taking 10 to other side of equation


2x + 5x = 14 * 10


2x + 5x = 140


7x = 140


x = 140/7

x = 20


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