Question

Which method correctly solves the equation using the distributive property? Negative 0.2 (x minus 4) = negative 1.7

Answer 1

4.85

Explanation:

Given :

Negative 0.2 (x minus 4) = negative 1.7

-2(x - 4) = - 1.7

-2x + 8 = - 1.7

-2x = - 1.7 - 8

-2x = - 9.7

Divide both sides by - 2

-2x / 2 = - 9.7 / - 2

x = 4.85