SOLUTION: -6+x/4=-5 This is a fraction equation with negative. I am trying to help and have forgetten how to do these. Thank you so much for your help. Robin

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Question 159525: -6+x/4=-5 This is a fraction equation with negative. I am trying to help and have forgetten how to do these. Thank you so much for your help. Robin
Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!

-6%2Bx%2F4=-5 Start with the given equation.


4%28-6%2Bx%2Fcross%284%29%29=4%28-5%29 Multiply both sides by the LCD 4 to clear any fractions.


-24%2Bx=-20 Distribute and multiply.


x=-20%2B24 Add 24 to both sides.


x=4 Combine like terms on the right side.


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Answer:

So the answer is x=4