Question

Which equation is equivalent to 1/5x - 3 = 2/3​

Answer 1

`(1)/(5) x - 3 = (2)/(3) \\ (1)/(5) x = 3 + (2)/(3) \\ (1)/(5) x = (11)/(3) \\ \boxed{x = (55)/(3) }`

x= 55/3 is the right answer.

Answer 2

x = 55/3

Explanation:

1/5x - 3 = 2/3

You want to move the constant of 3 to the right side.

1/5x = 2/3 + 3

To combine 2/3 and 3, set a common denominator.

1/5x = 2/3 + 9/3

Add.

1/5x = 11/3

Divide by 1/5 or multiply by 5/1 to isolate x.

x = 11/3(5/1)

x = 55/3