SOLUTION: -3/4x + 5=2 and the 3/4 is a fraction and so i was wondering if you could show me this problem step by step so i will know how to do it and understand this multi-step probl

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Question 220298:
-3/4x + 5=2 and the 3/4 is a fraction and so i was wondering if you could show me this problem step by step so i will know how to do it and understand this multi-step problem??
Answer by rapaljer(4671) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
I recommend that you begin by subtracting 5 from each side:

-3/4x +5-5 = 2-5
-3/4x = -3

Next, let's get rid of the fraction by multiplying both sides by 4:

4%2A%28-3%2F4%29x=4%2A-3
-3x+=-12

Finally, divide by -3:
x=4

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Dr. Robert J. Rapalje, Retired
Seminole State College of Florida
Altamonte Springs Campus