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what is the solution of the equation 5/2x = -1/8
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There are two possible readings of 5/2x. I’ll give both solutions.
1) If (5/2)x = −1/8:
x = (−1/8) · (2/5) = −2/40 = −1/20.
2) If 5/(2x) = −1/8:
Cross-multiply: 5·8 = −1·2x ⇒ 40 = −2x ⇒ x = −20.
If you meant one of these specifically, confirm which and I’ll show the check.
1) If (5/2)x = −1/8:
x = (−1/8) · (2/5) = −2/40 = −1/20.
2) If 5/(2x) = −1/8:
Cross-multiply: 5·8 = −1·2x ⇒ 40 = −2x ⇒ x = −20.
If you meant one of these specifically, confirm which and I’ll show the check.
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