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The equation is \"\".

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Apply subtraction property of equality: Subtract \"\" form each side.

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\"\"                        

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\"\"                          (Additive inverse property: \"\")\"\"

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Find the least common denominator (LCD).

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Multiples of 2: 2,4,6,8,10,12,14,...........

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Multiples of 5: 5,10,15,20,........

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The least common multiple of 2 and 5 is 10.

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Rewrite each fraction with a common denominator of 10.

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Rewrite fractions using the LCD 10.

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\"\"                           (Subtract:\"\")\"\"

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To check the solution, substitute \"\" in original equation.

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\"\"                        (Add: \"\")

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\"\"                         (Divide: \"\")

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The equation is true.\"\"

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