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Apply inverse operations to isolate x.
x=t/r+s
To solve the given literal equation for x, we will use the Properties of Equality to apply inverse operations on the equation. Remember, only like terms can be combined.
LHS * t=RHS* t
a/t* t = a
Multiply
Factor out x
.LHS /(r+s).=.RHS /(r+s).
Cancel out common factors
Simplify quotient