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

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Answer:

x = -6.25

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

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