Solve the equation. Then check your solution. -5.4 = -1.5h a. 3.9 b. -3.9 c. 8.1 d. -6.9 Please select the best answer from the choices provided

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Dinith Minura · Answer 1 · 2021-04-09T14:05:53+0000

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Answer:

a. 3.9

Explanation:

Divide by the coefficient of h:

-5.4 = -1.5h

-5.4/-1.5 = h = 3.6

All of the offered choices are incorrect.

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Check

-1.5 × 3.6 = -1.5(3) + (-1.5)(.6)

= -4.5 - 0.9 = -5.4

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The best answer from those provided is 3.9, choice A.