Let's solve the equation step by step.
The given equation is:
\[ 5(0.4x - 0.3) + (0.8 - 0.6x) = 1.4x - 0.7 \]
Distribute the 5 in the first term: \[ 5 \cdot 0.4x - 5 \cdot 0.3 = 2.0x - 1.5 \]
Now the equation becomes: \[ 2.0x - 1.5 + (0.8 - 0.6x) = 1.4x - 0.7 \]
Simplify the left side: \[ 2.0x - 1.5 + 0.8 - 0.6x = 1.4x - 0.7 \] \[ (2.0x - 0.6x) + (-1.5 + 0.8) = 1.4x - 0.7 \] \[ 1.4x - 0.7 = 1.4x - 0.7 \]
Now, notice that both sides of the equation are equal: \[ 1.4x - 0.7 = 1.4x - 0.7 \]
This equation is valid for any value of \( x \), so the solution is:
The equation is an identity, meaning it holds true for all values of \( x \).