Answer:
x = 1/6
Step-by-step explanation:
Step 1: Distribute
-1/4(8x + 3) + 1/4 + 5x
-8/4x - 3/4 + 1/4 + 5x
-2x - 1/2 + 5x
3x - 1/2
Step 2: Solve for x
3x - 1/2 + 1/2 = 0 + 1/2
3x / 3 = 1/2 / 3
Answer: x = 1/6
