SOLUTION: Solve: x/2+5x/10=-2

Question 112109: Solve: x/2+5x/10=-2
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 LCM of 10. This will eliminate the fractions (note: if you need help with finding the LCM, check out this solver)

Distribute and multiply the LCM to each side

Combine like terms on the left side

Divide both sides by 10 to isolate x

Divide

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