Proving a=b=c in a Ratio Proportion Problem

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The discussion revolves around proving the equation (a+b+c)(x+y+z)=ax+by+cz and establishing that a=b=c in a ratio proportion problem. The original poster successfully demonstrated the equation but struggles to prove that a, b, and c are equal. They provided a series of transformations and manipulations of the ratios but seek guidance on the next steps to prove a=b=c. Additionally, there is confusion regarding the attached image, which does not contain the necessary equation. The conversation emphasizes the need for clarity in the problem statement and further assistance in completing the proof.
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Homework Statement


if(i have attached the equation's pic) then
prove a=b=c or (a+b+c)(x+y+z)=ax+by+cz


Homework Equations


if a/b=c/d=e/f
each ratio = (a+c+e)/(b+d+f)


The Attempt at a Solution


I was able to prove (a+b+c)(x+y+z)=ax+by+cz
like this:
each ratio= (a2+b2+c2-ab-bc-ca)/x+y+z
also
each ratio= (a3+b3+c[SUP3[/SUP]-3abc)/ax+by+cz
(i hope i could make you understand how i did this)
since
(a2+b2+c2-ab-bc-ca)/x+y+z =(a3+b3+c[SUP3[/SUP]-3abc)/ax+by+cz
→(a2+b2+c2-ab-bc-ca)/x+y+z=
(a+b+c)(a2+b2+c2-ab-bc-ca)/ax+by+cz
therefore
(a+b+c)(x+y+z)=ax+by+cz
fine uptill here but i can't understand how do i prove a=b=c??
tried it like this
(a+b+c)(x+y+z)=ax+by+cz
→bx+cx+ay+cy+az+bz=0

i can go further than this .Please give me a clue .
And if i have gone wrong somewhere please point it out.
Thank you.
 

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Well, the picture is attached but there is no equation in it- just a sum of three expressions. What was this supposed to be equal to?
 

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