Introductory Algebra for College Students (7th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-13417-805-X
ISBN 13: 978-0-13417-805-9

Chapter 2 - Section 2.3 - Solving Linear Equations - Exercise Set - Page 141: 31

Answer

x=-10

Work Step by Step

$\frac{x}{5}$-4=-6 5($\frac{x}{5}$-4)=5(-6) x-20=-30 x=-30+20 x=-10 Check the answer. $\frac{-10}{5}$-4=-6 -2-4=-6 -6=-6
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