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27 May, 19:05

How can I solve this equation X-5=0.1 (x+5)

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  1. 27 May, 21:18
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    X=6.1

    Step-by-step explanation:

    x-5=0.1 (x+5)

    x-5=0.1x+0.5 (distribute 0.1)

    x=0.1x+0.5+5 (add 5 to each side)

    x-0.1x=5.5 (subtract 0.1x from each side)

    0.9x=5.5 (combine like terms)

    x=5.5/0.9 (divide by 0.9 on both sides)

    x=6.1 (simplify)
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