Question 658659
{{{(5/2)x-1=3/2-4}}} Start with the given equation.



{{{2((5/cross(2))x-1)=2(3/cross(2)-4)}}} Multiply both sides by the LCD {{{2}}} to clear any fractions.



{{{5x-2=3-8}}} Distribute and multiply.



{{{5x-2=-5}}} Combine like terms on the right side.



{{{5x=-5+2}}} Add {{{2}}} to both sides.



{{{5x=-3}}} Combine like terms on the right side.



{{{x=(-3)/(5)}}} Divide both sides by {{{5}}} to isolate {{{x}}}.



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Answer:


So the solution is {{{x=-3/5}}}