SOLUTION: I need help on linear equations with fractions, especially this question: -5+x/22=1. Please help!

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Question 1002987: I need help on linear equations with fractions, especially this question: -5+x/22=1. Please help!
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I need help on linear equations with fractions, especially this question: -5+x/22=1. Please help!
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-5 + x%2F22 = 1.

Add 5 to both sides. You will get

x%2F22 = 1 + 5,

x%2F22 = 6.

Multiply both sides by 22. You will get

x = 6*22 = 132.

Answer. x = 132.