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What is the value of x in the equation x (1/5)-(2/3) y = 30, when y = 15?

What is the value of x in the equation x (1/5)-(2/3) y = 30, when y = 15?
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What is the value of x in the equation x (1/5)-(2/3) y = 30, when y = 15?

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To determine the value of X in the given equation substitute the value of y into the equation and solve for x.

1/5x - 2/3y = 30
1/5x - 2/3(15) = 30
1/5x -10 = 30
1/5x - 10 + 10 = 30 + 10
1/5x = 40
1 = 5x • 40
1 = 200x
X = 1/200. hope this helps
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