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  • 21-01-2021
  • Mathematics
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Solve the following equation for x

5(x - 1) = -45

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faithanxiety34
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  • 21-01-2021

Answer:

solution: x = -8

Step by step:

1) 5x-5+5 = -45+5 : Add 5 to both sides

2) 5x= -40 : Simplify

3) 5x/5 = -40/5 : Divide both sides

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