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What is the value of x in the equation -2/9x2/5 ?

A. -1 4/5

B. -5/9

C. 5/9

D. 1 4/5

What is the value of x in the equation -2/9x2/5 ? A. -1 4/5 B. -5/9 C. 5/9 D. 1 4/5-example-1

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Explanation because i think it’s right
User Olgacosta
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Answer:

-1 4/5

Explanation:

-2/9x = 2/5

(multiply both equations by 9 and 5)

So

-10x = 18

(divide both equations by -10)

x = - 18/10

Simplify:

x= - 9/5

= - 1 4/5

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