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The equation is \"\".

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Apply Multiplication Property of equality: Multiply each side by negative 5.

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\"\"

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\"\"                                   (Cancel common terms)\"\"

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Check:

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To check the solution, substitute \"\" in original equation.

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\"\"

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\"\"                                 (Product of two same signs is positive)

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Compare the values, the equation is true.

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\"\"

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The value of k is \"\".