Thinking Mathematically (6th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0321867327
ISBN 13: 978-0-32186-732-2

Chapter 6 - Algebra: Equations and Inequalities - 6.2 Linear Equations in One Variable and Proportions - Exercise Set 6.2 - Page 362: 84

Answer

x = 0 Using set notation: {x|x = 0}

Work Step by Step

We need to solve the equation: 5 - x = 4x + 5 First, let's add x to both sides of the equation. 5 - x + x = 4x + x + 5 5 = 5x + 5 Next, subtract 5 from both sides of the equation. 5 - 5 = 5x + 5 - 5 0 = 5x Next, divide both sides by 5. $\frac{0}{5}$ = $\frac{5x}{5}$ So that x = 0.
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