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x/($a) - x/($b) = c
what is this?
The world wonders.
believe it or not this was actually a problem that I have been given to solve. Any suggestions as to how I accomplish this?
To solve the equation x/($a) - x/($b) = c, you need to find the value of the variable x.
To do this, you can use the method of isolating the variable. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to solve this equation:
Step 1: Start by multiplying every term of the equation by the least common multiple (LCM) of $a and $b to eliminate the denominators. This will help you work with simpler terms.
Step 2: Simplify the equation by distributing the LCM to each term.
Step 3: Collect like terms and put all terms containing x on one side of the equation.
Step 4: Factor out x from the terms containing it.
Step 5: Divide both sides of the equation by the coefficient of x to solve for x.
Step 6: Simplify the result if necessary.
Note: In this equation, $a and $b are placeholder variables for some values. To solve the equation, you need to substitute the actual values of $a, $b, and c into the equation.
Please provide the specific numerical values for $a, $b, and c so that I can guide you through the solution step by step.