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2x over 3 = 8 What is x ?

 May 4, 2017

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\(\frac{2x}{3}=8\)

 

Multiply both sides of the equation by 3.

2x = 8(3)

2x = 24

 

Divide both sides of the equation by 2.

x = 24/2

x = 12

 May 4, 2017
 #1
avatar+9466 
+4
Best Answer

\(\frac{2x}{3}=8\)

 

Multiply both sides of the equation by 3.

2x = 8(3)

2x = 24

 

Divide both sides of the equation by 2.

x = 24/2

x = 12

hectictar May 4, 2017

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