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What value of x makes the equation true? 1/2(4x−5)+52=10

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Answer:

x = -19.75

Explanation:


(1)/(2)(4x-5) +52 =10


(4x-5)/(2)+ 52 = 10


(4x-5+ 52* 2)/(2) = 10


4x-5+ 104 = 10 * 2


4x+99 = 20


4x = 20-99


4x = -79


x= -(79)/(4)


x= -19.75

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