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What is the value of x in the equation -2/5x -2 =18
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What is the value of x in the equation -2/5x -2 =18

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Answer:

x = -50

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

  1. Brackets
  2. Parenthesis
  3. Exponents
  4. Multiplication
  5. Division
  6. Addition
  7. Subtraction
  • Left to Right

Equality Properties

  • Multiplication Property of Equality
  • Division Property of Equality
  • Addition Property of Equality
  • Subtraction Property of Equality

Algebra I

  • Terms/Coefficients

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

-2/5x - 2 = 18

Step 2: Solve for x

  1. [Addition Property of Equality] Add 2 on both sides: -2/5x = 20
  2. [Division Property of Equality] Divide -2/5 on both sides: x = -50
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