Question

Literal Equations: 5(x + y) = 2x +7y, Solve for x

Answer 1

x=2y/3

Explanation:

Answer 2

x = 2y/3

Explanation:

5(x + y) = 2x + 7y

5x + 5y = 2x + 7y

5x - 2x = 7y - 5y

3x = 2y

x = 2y/3

Thus, The value of x = 2y/3