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22. Solve the proportion.
X/3+1/3 = x/2
10
5
2
1

22. Solve the proportion. X/3+1/3 = x/2 10 5 2 1-example-1

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Answer:

x = 2

Explanation:

Multiply the entire equation by 6 to remove the fractions so:

2x + 2 = 3x

Then, subtract by 2x to make all the x's on one side:

2 = x

Therefore, x = 2

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