Solve the equations below by first rewriting each equation as a simpler, equivalent equation. Check your solutions.

1. $\frac { 2 } { 7 } x + 2 = \frac { 3 } { 10 }$ 

   Hint (a):

   Review the Math Notes box in Lesson 3.3.2.

   More Help (a):

   Multiply both sides by the Least Common Multiple of $7$ and $10$ (the Fraction Buster).

   Answer (a):

   $x = \frac{-119}{20} = -5.95$

2. $\frac { 9 } { 50 } + \frac { 6 x } { 25 } = \frac { 3 } { 10 }$ 

• Hint (b):

  What number (Fraction Buster) could multiply each term and clear out each fraction?