How to solve this: (x)/(5) + 8 ​

Question

How to solve this:

`(x)/(5) + 8`
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Answer 1

I assume that this equation equals 0, so
STEP 1:
Subtract -8 to the other side of the equation
x/5+8= 0
(-8) (-8)
x/5 = -8

STEP 2:
Multiply 5 on both sides.
5(x/5)= -8(5)
x= -40

You answer would be:
x= -40

Answer 2

You can't solve it , the equation has to equal something

Explanation: