Question

Solve the equation 5-8x=-1

Answer 1

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5-8x=-1

-8x=-6

x=3/4

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Answer 2

`x = (3)/(4)`

Explanation:

`5 - 8x = - 1`

Move constant to R.H.S and change its sign:

`- 8x = - 1 - 5`

Calculate

`- 8x = - 6`

The difference sign (-) will be cancelled in both sides

`8x = 6`

Divide both sides of the equation by 8

`(8x)/(8) = (6)/(8)`

Calculate

`x = (3)/(4)`

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