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x/5=x-64

x= ?

 Oct 2, 2014

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For starters, multiply both sides by 5   

 Oct 2, 2014
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Best Answer

For starters, multiply both sides by 5   

Melody Oct 2, 2014
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How can i explain for a kid ?

 Oct 2, 2014
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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

 Oct 3, 2014

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