Question 112109


{{{x/2+5x/10=-2}}} Start with the given equation




{{{(10)(x/2+5x/10)=(10)(-2)}}} Multiply both sides by the LCM of 10. This will eliminate the fractions  (note: if you need help with finding the LCM, check out this <a href=http://www.algebra.com/algebra/homework/divisibility/least-common-multiple.solver>solver</a>)




{{{5x+5x=-20}}} Distribute and multiply the LCM to each side




{{{10x=-20}}} Combine like terms on the left side



{{{x=(-20)/(10)}}} Divide both sides by 10 to isolate x




{{{x=-2}}} Divide


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Answer:

So our answer is {{{x=-2}}}