To solve the equation 5/2x = -1/8, we can multiply both sides of the equation by 2/5 to isolate x.
(2/5)(5/2x) = (2/5)(-1/8)
This simplifies to:
1/x = -2/40
Further simplifying:
1/x = -1/20
The solution is x = -1/20
Therefore, the correct answer is C. -1/20.
What is the solution of the equation 5/2x = −1/8?
A. 1/20
B. - 5/16
C. -1/20
D. -20
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