Question

Solve for x.
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Simplify your answer as much as possible.

Answer 1

`x=-5`

Explanation:

The given linear equation is;

`(3x+5)/(2)=-5`

We multiply through by 2 to clear the fraction.

This implies,

`3x+5=2* -5`

`3x+5=-10`

Group like terms,

`3x=-10-5`

Simplify,

`3x=-15`

Divide both sides by 3.

`\Rightarrow x=-5`

Answer 2

x = -5

Explanation:

`(3x+5)/(2)`=-5

Multiplying both sides by 2

3x + 5 = -10

3x + 5 - 5 = -10 - 5

3x = -15

Dividing by 3 on both sides

x = -5