SOLUTION: how do you solve 5/2x-1=3/2-4, I have already simplified it to 10x-4=6x-16 but now I am stuck

Question 658659: how do you solve 5/2x-1=3/2-4, I have already simplified it to 10x-4=6x-16 but now I am stuck

Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Start with the given equation.

Multiply both sides by the LCD to clear any fractions.

Distribute and multiply.

Combine like terms on the right side.

Add to both sides.

Combine like terms on the right side.

Divide both sides by to isolate .

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