SOLUTION: 5+c/9=-31

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Question 125018This question is from textbook Pre-Algebra
: 5+c/9=-31 This question is from textbook Pre-Algebra

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5%2Bc%2F9=-31 Start with the given equation



%289%29%285%2Bc%2F9%29=%289%29%28-31%29 Multiply both sides by the LCM of 9. This will eliminate the fractions (note: if you need help with finding the LCM, check out this solver)



45%2Bc=-279 Distribute and multiply the LCM to each side



45%2Bc=-279 Combine like terms on the left side


c=-279-45Subtract 45 from both sides


c=-324 Combine like terms on the right side

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Answer:
So our answer is c=-324