To solve the equation, we can multiply both sides of the equation by the reciprocal of the coefficient of x, which is 2/5. This will eliminate the fraction on the left side.
So, multiplying both sides by 2/5, we get:
(2/5)(5/2)x = (2/5)(-1/8)
x = -2/40
x = -1/20
Therefore, the solution to the equation 5/2x = -1/8 is x = -1/20.
What is the solution of the equation 5/2x = - 1/8?
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