To solve the equation \( 0.2(5x - 5) = 29 \), let's follow these steps:
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Distribute the 0.2: \[ 0.2 \times 5x - 0.2 \times 5 = 29 \] This simplifies to: \[ 1x - 1 = 29 \]
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Add 1 to both sides: \[ x - 1 + 1 = 29 + 1 \] This simplifies to: \[ x = 30 \]
Thus, the solution is: \[ \boxed{30} \]