Question

Please help :)
Solve for x.
​ −2(x+1/4)+1=5 ​ ​
x=?

Answer 1

-9/4 or -2.25

Explanation:

−2(x+1/4)+1=5 ​ ​

-2x - 0.5 + 1 = 5

-2x + 0.5 = 5

-2x = 4.5

x = -2.25

Fraction form: -9/4

Answer 2

-9/4 ... I think I’m not sure