Explain the process to solve the equation. Use proper vocabulary in your explanation.

One-fourth x = negative five-eighths

The correct answer is x = 2/5

Step-by-step explanation:

It is given an expression,

1/4x = 5/8

To solve the expression

The given expression is 1/4x = 5/8

(Cross multiply both sides we get)

8 = 5 * 4x

8 = 20x

20x = 8

x = 8/20

x = 2/5

Therefore the value of x = 2/5

The correct answer is x = 2/5

x = —2/5

Step-by-step explanation:

1/4x=-5/8

Cross multiply to express in linear form

4x x —5 = 8 x 1

—20x = 8

Divide both side by the coefficient of x i.e —20

x = 8/—20

Reduce to the lowest term

x = —2/5

the least common denominator is 40