Solve the equation: \(\frac{1}{5x} + \frac{1}{x}\)= 3
A
\(\frac{1}{5}\)
B
\(\frac{2}{5}\)
C
\(\frac{3}{5}\)
D
\(\frac{4}{5}\)
Verified Correct Answer: B.
Step-by-Step Mathematical Solution
\(\frac{1}{5x} + \frac{1}{x}\)= 3
\(\frac{1 + 5}{5x}\) = 3
6 = 15x
x = \(\frac{6}{15}\)
= \(\frac{2}{5}\)
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #49954)