Answer:
x = 4
Step-by-step explanation:
[tex]\frac{5x -2 }{2} = 9 \\[/tex]
Cross multiply,
5x - 2 = 9*2
5x - 2 = 18 {Add 2 to both sides}
5x = 18 +2
5x = 20 {Divide both sides by 5}
x = 20/5
