1=4x+5

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To solve for x, we need to isolate x on one side of the equation.

1=4x+5

Subtract 5 from both sides:

1-5 = 4x+5-5

-4 = 4x

Divide both sides by 4:

-4/4 = 4x/4

-1 = x

Therefore, x = -1.