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Solve the equation please. Check solution. I really need help
5x-5=40x+2

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Answer:

x=-1/5

Explanation:

5x−5=40x+2

Step 1: Subtract 40x from both sides.

5x−5−40x=40x+2−40x

−35x−5=2

Step 2: Add 5 to both sides.

−35x−5+5=2+5

−35x=7

Step 3: Divide both sides by -35.

−35x/−35

=

7/−35

x=

-1/5

User Guimareshh
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Answer:

x=−1/5

Explanation:

I hope this helps you

User Shaunell
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