Question 125018


{{{5+c/9=-31}}} Start with the given equation




{{{(9)(5+c/9)=(9)(-31)}}} 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 <a href=http://www.algebra.com/algebra/homework/divisibility/least-common-multiple.solver>solver</a>)




{{{45+c=-279}}} Distribute and multiply the LCM to each side




{{{45+c=-279}}} Combine like terms on the left side



{{{c=-279-45}}}Subtract 45 from both sides



{{{c=-324}}} Combine like terms on the right side


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Answer:

So our answer is {{{c=-324}}}