x/5=x-64
x= ?
For starters, multiply both sides by 5
How can i explain for a kid ?
J=5B (1)
J-64=B+64 (2a)
add 64 to both sides
J=B+128 (2b)
(1)=(2b)
5B=B+128
4B=128
b=128/4
b=$32
J = 5*32 = $160