A few problems I need help with. PLEASE LOOK

[Guest]

I am a little lost on these problems, if you cant tell I am not a great math Whiz... If possible could I get an explanation on how it was solved? THANKS soo much.

1 ) solve the equation. First simplify each side of the equation as much as possible.
5(5x-8)-3(-1-8x)=35+50x
(I keep getting 25.5, dont think I am right)

2 ) Solve the equation by first clearing the fractions..
1/4 p -- 3/8p = 5

3 ) Solve the equation
2/8x = 4/4x+5


ANY help is appreciated, i have take home exams, this just happens to be one of them and I am lost.. THANKS in advance.

 

[Gene]

1 ) solve the equation.
5(5x-8)-3(-1-8x)=35+50x
25x-40+3+24x=35+50x
49x-37=35+50x
Hint 25.5 is wrong

2 ) Solve the equation by first clearing the fractions..
You have to use () if you mean
1/(4 p) -(- 3/(8p)) = 5
Times 8p
2-(-3)=40p
2+3=40p

3 ) Solve the equation
2/8x = 4/4x+5
You have to use () if you mean
2/(8x)=4/(4x+5)
(4x+5)/4=8x/2
4x+5=16x

 

[Guest]

Thanks. I am going to try and work these out now and see how I get along doing that. I appreciate the help!!