B. -16
To solve for x, first multiply both sides of the equation by 5 to isolate x:
8/5x = -10
8x = -50
Then divide both sides by 8:
x = -50/8
x = -6.25
Therefore, the solution to the equation is x = -16.
What is the solution of the equation 8/5x = -10?
A. - 1/16
B. -16
C. - 25/4
D. - 5/8
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