The product of a number, x, and five is one-third the sum of the number and two. write an equation that represents the situation

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Jett Powell

4 November, 10:57

The product of a number, x, and five is one-third the sum of the number and two. write an equation that represents the situation

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Judith Oconnell · Answer 1

We can suggest this equation:

5x=1/3 (x+2)

lowest common multiple=1/3

15x=x+2

15x-x=2

14x=2

x=2/14

x=1/7

Answer: the equation would be: 5x=1/3 (x+2), and the number would be: 1/7