Determine Whether the Given Solution Is Correct $$\frac { 1 } { 4 } x - \frac { 3 } { 8 } x = 5$$

question 119

Multiple Choice

Determine whether the given solution is correct. If it is not, find the solution.
- $$\frac { 1 } { 4 } x - \frac { 3 } { 8 } x = 5$$

• A) \(x = 35\)
• B) \(x = 40\)
• C) \(x = - 35\)
• D) \(x = - 40\)

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Elastic Supply

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