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Write AND solve the equation: Three times the quotient of x and 5 equals twice the difference of 6 and that same number. Just enter the numerical value (do not include x=). Write your answer as an improper fraction.

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Answer: 7/2 Written as an improper fraction.

Equation: 5=2(6-x)

User Nicole Harris
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Answer:

20

Explanation:

x:5=2(6-x)

x:5=12-2x

3x:5=12

3x=60

x=20

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