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Solve the equation, x − 5 1 = 8 1 , for the given variable. Write your final answer as a reduced fraction.

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Answer: x=132

Step-by-step explanation: Add 51 to 81, as positive 51 is the inverse of -51. You need to get the x alone. Therefore, 51+81=132 and x=132.

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Answer: 132

Step-by-step explanation: To solve this equation we know that x is greater than 81 unless the equation would not make sense. 81 + 51 = 132

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