Question

If 9(x - 9) = -11, then x = ?

Answer 1

x = 70/9

Explanation:

9(x - 9) = -11

Use the distributive property on the left side.

9x - 81 = -11

Add 81 to both sides.

9x = 70

Divide both sides by 9.

x = 70/9

Answer 2

70/9

Explanation:

9x-81= -11

9x=-11+81

9x= 70

x= 70/9