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algebra

Solve: x2+x5=7\frac{x}{2} + \frac{x}{5} = 7

A

20

B

14

C

35

D

10

Correct Answer: D

Choice Choice D is the correct answer.

  1. LCD: 10
  2. Multiply by 10: 5x+2x=705x + 2x = 70
  3. Combine: 7x=707x = 70
  4. Divide by 7: x=10x = 10
  5. Verify: 5+2=75 + 2 = 7

Choice Choice B is incorrect because calculation error.

Choice Choice A is incorrect because calculation error.

Choice Choice C is incorrect because calculation error.