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5(x-2)=2(x-7)

Solution

5 (x - 2) = 2 (x - 7)

Solution

x = - \frac{4}{3}

+1

Decimal Notation

x = - 1.33333 \dots

Solution steps

5 (x - 2) = 2 (x - 7)

Expand

5 (x - 2) : 5 x - 10

Expand

2 (x - 7) : 2 x - 14

5 x - 10 = 2 x - 14

Move

10

to the right side

5 x = 2 x - 4

Move

2 x

to the left side

3 x = - 4

Divide both sides by

3

x = - \frac{4}{3}

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- 16 t^{2} + 80 t + 96 = 0

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the answer to 5(x-2)=2(x-7) ?
The answer to 5(x-2)=2(x-7) is x=-4/3
Solve for x: 5(x-2)=2(x-7)
The solution is x=-4/3