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Solve formula for x.

2bx - b = -5

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Answer:

5/2x-1

Explanation:

Move all terms to the left side and set equal to zero. Then set each factor equal to zero.

User Kunalxigxag
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Start by moving all other variables to the other side of the equation.

2bx-b=5 \\ 2bx=b+5 \\ x= (b+5)/(2b)
Since we don't have any values to substitute for b, you solution for x is given here :)
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