Question

Solve for x.
- 1 / (x – 4) = -2
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Answer 1

Answer:

x = 9/2

Step-by-step explanation:

-1 / (x - 4) = -2...multiply both sides by (x - 4)

-1 = -2(x - 4)

-1 = -2x + 8

-1 - 8 = -2x

-9 = -2x

-9/-2 = x

9/2 = x <====

Answer 2

Answer: 4 1/2 or 4.5

Step-by-step explanation:

-1=-2(x-4)

-1=-2x+8

-1-8=-2x

-9=-2x

-9/-2=x

Negative signs cancel

x=9/2

Whole no form is 4 1/2