Make x the subject from m=n+x/p

Betontalpfa asked Nov 15, 2023

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Betontalpfa asked Nov 15, 2023

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Answer:

x = p(m - n)

Explanation:

Solve m=n+x/p for x. Start by eliminating the fraction: Multiply all three terms by p. Then we have mp = np + x, which is the same as x = mp - np, or

x = p(m - n)

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