Multiple choice

Solve the linear equation: $\displaystyle \frac{x-5}{3} = \frac{x - 3}{5}$

  1. $0$
  2. $8$
  3. $6$
  4. $9$
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Cross-multiply the equation: 5(x - 5) = 3(x - 3). This gives 5x - 25 = 3x - 9. Subtracting 3x from both sides gives 2x - 25 = -9, so 2x = 16, which means x = 8.

AI explanation

Cross-multiply the fractions to get 5(x - 5) = 3(x - 3). Expanding both sides gives 5x - 25 = 3x - 9. Subtracting 3x and adding 25 to both sides yields 2x = 16, so x = 8.