Solve me equation: 2/3 (x + 5) = 1/4(5x - 3)

MATHEMATICS

WAEC 1997

A. 1¹/₇
B. 1⁸/₂₃
C. 3
D. 7

Correct Answer: D. 7

Explanation

2/3 (x + 5) = 1/4(5x - 3)

8x + 40 = 15x - 9

-7x = -49

x = 7

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