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What is the solution for x? Preferably a step by step explanation please! 21x + 1 = 15x + 36x + 5

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x = - 0.1

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Given equation:

  • 21x + 1 = 15x + 36x + 5

Simplify:

  • 21x + 1 = 51x + 5

Collect like terms:

  • 51x - 21x = 1 - 5
  • 30x = - 3

Divide both sides by 30:

  • x = - 3/30 = - 1/10 = - 0.1
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