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What value of x satisfies the equation x/6-1/5=7/30

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We need to isolate x in order to find x. However, we need to have common denominators first.

(5x)/(30)- (6)/(30) = (7)/(30)

(5x)/(30)= (13)/(30)
Multiply by 30 on both sides.

5x=13
Divide by 5 on both sides to isolate x.

x= (13)/(5)
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