What is x? 5x - 1 = - 8

Mathematics

2 answers:

kolezko [41]2 years ago

8 0

Answer:

x = -7/5 or -1.4

Step-by-step explanation:

Given :-

5x - 1 = -8

To Find :-

Solving :-

5x - 1 = -8

5x = -7

x = -7/5 or -1.4

Solution :-

x = -7/5 or -1.4

postnew [5]2 years ago

4 0

Answer:

x = -1.4, -7/5, or -1 2/5 (all same answer, just in different forms)

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1: Add 1 to both sides.

$5x-1+1=-8+1$
$5x=-7$

Step 2: Divide both sides by 5.

$5x/5=-7/5$
x = -1.4, -7/5, or -1 2/5.

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