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Solve for the indicated variable in the literal equation ​

Solve for the indicated variable in the literal equation ​-example-1

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Answer:


x = (y)/(3) - (5)/(3)

Explanation:

Given


y = 5 + 3x

Required

Solve for x

Subtract 5 from both sides


y-5 = 5 -5+ 3x


y-5 = 3x

Divide through by 3


(y)/(3) - (5)/(3) = x


x = (y)/(3) - (5)/(3)

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