Question

Solve for xxx:
34 = -2x

Answer 1

34 = -2(x) = 34 divided by -2 = x

34 divided by -2 = -17

-2 x -17 = 34

34 = -2(x) = 34 = -2(-17)

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Explanation:

Answer 2

x = -17

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

1. Brackets
2. Parenthesis
3. Exponents
4. Multiplication
5. Division
6. Addition
7. Subtraction

• Left to Right

Algebra I

Equality Properties

1. Multiplication Property of Equality
2. Division Property of Equality
3. Addition Property of Equality
4. Subtraction Property of Equality

Terms/Coefficients

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

Identify.

34 = -2x

Step 2: Solve for x

1. Rewrite: -2x = 34
2. [Division Property of Equality] Divide -2 on both sides]: x = -17