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Solve the equation

6x - 10 - 4x = 6x-5
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Solve the equation 6x - 10 - 4x = 6x-5 HOME Select the correct choice below and, if-example-1

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Answer:

A. The solution is x = -5/4

Explanation:

Collect terms:

2x -10 = 6x -5

Subtract 2x:

-10 = 4x -5

Add 5:

-5 = 4x

Divide by the coefficient of x:

-5/4 = x

The solution is x = -5/4.

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