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Solve for x In the equation.

Solve for x In the equation.-example-1
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Answer:

x = 16

Explanation:


(2x - 5)/(x + 8) = (22.5)/(20)

Cross multiply


(2x - 5)*20 = (x + 8)*22.5


40x - 100 = 22.5x + 180

Collect like terms

40x - 22.5x = 100 + 180

17.5x = 280

Divide both sides by 17.5

x = 280/17.5

x = 16

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