5x - 1 = 19

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To solve for x, we need to isolate the variable on one side of the equation. Start by adding 1 to both sides:

5x - 1 + 1 = 19 + 1
5x = 20

Next, divide both sides by 5:

5x/5 = 20/5
x = 4

Therefore, the solution to the equation 5x - 1 = 19 is x = 4.