Question

Solve the equation -4(1.75 + x) = 18. Show your work

Answer 1

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Answer:

  x = -6.25

Step-by-step explanation:

Eliminate parentheses using the distributive property.

  -7 -4x = 18

Add 7 to get the x-term by itself.

  -4x = 25

Divide by the coefficient of x.

  x = 25/-4

  x = -6.25