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The discussion focuses on solving two algebraic equations. The first equation, y = 3 - 2/x, is solved by isolating x through basic algebraic steps, resulting in x = -2/(y - 3). The second equation, y = (1/5)x, is simplified by multiplying both sides by 5 to find x = 5y. The explanations emphasize fundamental algebra techniques for solving equations. Clear and concise steps are provided for understanding the solutions.
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It's pretty much basic algebra. The first equation is y= 3- 2/x and I guess the problem is to solve for x. First subtract 3 from both sides: y- 3= -2/x. Divide both sides by -2 to get (y- 3)/(-2)= 1/x. Now take the reciprocal of both sides: -2x/(y- 3)= x.

The second equation is y= (1/5) x. Okay, since x is divided by 5 and you want to solve for x, do the "opposite"- multiply both sides by 5: 5y= x.
 

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