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Answer:

x = 14

Explanation:

Given

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(1)/(5)(x - 4) = - 2

Multiply both sides by 5 to eliminate the fraction

- (x - 4) = - 10 ← distribute parenthesis by - 1

- x + 4 = - 10 ( subtract 4 from both sides )

- x = - 14 ( multiply both sides by - 1 )

x = 14

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