5) 9x - 1 = 26(2 – x)

1. Distribute 26 on the right side: 9x - 1 = 52 - 26x
2. Add 26x to both sides: 9x + 26x - 1 = 52
3. Simplify: 35x - 1 = 52
4. Add 1 to both sides: 35x = 52 + 1
5. Simplify: 35x = 53
6. Divide both sides by 35: x = 53 / 35