Question

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Answer 1

x =
`(149)/(2)`

Explanation:

Multiply the equation by the lowest common multiple of 8 and 16, to eliminate the fractions in the equation.

The lowest common multiple is 16

2x - 144 = 5 ( add 144 to both sides )

2x = 149 ( divide both sides by 2 )

x =
`(149)/(2)`

Answer 2

x = 149/2 or x = 74.5

Explanation:

GCF = 16

2x - 144 = 5

2x = 149

x = 149/2 or x = 74.5