SOLUTION: I need help with this problem: 0.75x + 8= -20 + 0.25x

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Question 687886: I need help with this problem: 0.75x + 8= -20 + 0.25x
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Group like terms
.75x - .25x = -20 - 8
Combine like terms
.5x = -28
Divide both sides by .5 to isolate the x variable
highlight_green%28x+=+-28%2F.5+=+56%29
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