Can someone assist me with this? (8)/(3x - y) = (5)/(x + 3y \:) Find the ratio of x to y.

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JJunior asked Jan 6, 2022

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Can someone assist me with this?

Find the ratio of x to y.

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JJunior asked Jan 6, 2022

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Answer:

29: 7

Explanation:

Cross multiply:

Expand bracket:

Bring x terms to 1 side, y terms to the other:

Simplify:

Divide by 7 on both sides:

Divide both sides by y:

∴ The ratio of x to y is 29:7.

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