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What is the value of x in the equation 4x + 1.3 = -7.9

User Adim
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Answer:


4x + 1.3 = - 7.9 \\ 4x = - 1.3 - 7.9 \\ 4x = - 9.2 \\ x = (-9.2)/(4) \\ \boxed{x =- 2.3}

-2.3 is the right answer.

User Parikshit Chalke
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Answer:

  • x = - 2.3

Explanation:

  • 4x + 1.3 = -7.9
  • 4x = -7.9 - 1.3
  • 4x = -9.2
  • x = -9.2/4
  • x = - 2.3
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