Question

What is the solution to the equation 1/4 X +2 equals negative 5/8x -5

Answer 1

x = - 8

Explanation:

Given

`(1)/(4)` x + 2 = -
`(5)/(8)` x - 5

Multiply through by 8 to clear the fractions

2x + 16 = - 5x - 40 ( add 5x to both sides )

7x + 16 = - 40 ( subtract 16 from both sides )

7x = - 56 ( divide both sides by 7 )

x = - 8