Question

Rewrite the equation below so that it does not have fractions.

2-2/3x=3/7

Do not use decimals in your answer.

Answer 1

42 - 14x = 9

Explanation:

Given

2 -
`(2)/(3)` x =
`(3)/(7)`

Multiply through by 21 ( the LCM of 3 and 7 ) to clear the fractions

42 - 14x = 9 ← with no fractions

Answer 2

14x - 33 = 0

Explanation:

2 - (2/3) x = 3/7

6 - 2x = 9/7 (multiply 3)

42 - 14x = 9 (multiply 7)

14x - 33 = 0