Solve for x in the equation; \(\frac{1}{x} + \frac{2}{3x} = \frac{1}{3}\)

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WAEC 2012

Solve for x in the equation; \(\frac{1}{x} + \frac{2}{3x} = \frac{1}{3}\)

  • A. 5
  • B. 4
  • C. 3
  • D. 1

Correct Answer: A. 5

Explanation

\(\frac{1}{8} + \frac{2}{3x} = \frac{1}{3}\)

= \(\frac{1}{2}\)

\(\frac{5}{3x} = \frac{1}{3}\)

3x = 15

x = \(\frac{15}{3}\)

= 5



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