Question

Solve the equation 1/6(x-5) = 1/2(x+6)

Answer 1

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Answer 2

x=-23/2

Explanation:

1/6(x-5) = 1/2(x+6)

Open parenthesis

1/6x-5/6=1/2x+3

Add 5/6 to both sides

1/6x=1/2x+3 5/6

Subtract 1/2x from both sides

-1/3x=3 5/6

x=-23/2