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Question
Solve the following equation: 5x – 2.4 = 4.9
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Solution
5x – 2.4 = 4.9
⇒ 5x - 2.4 + 2.4 = 4.9 + 2.4 ...(Adding 2.4 to both sides)
⇒ 5x = 7.3
⇒ `"5x"/5 = 7.3/5` ..(Dividing by 5)
∴ x = 1.46
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