Let's solve your equation step-by-step. 2+5x+2=0 Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation. 2+5x+2=0 (5x)+(2+2)=0(Combine Like Terms) 5x+4=0 5x+4=0 Step 2: Subtract 4 from both sides. 5x+4−4=0−4 5x=−4 Step 3: Divide both sides by 5. 5x 5 = −4 5 x= −4 5
