Question

Solve for x. −7. 8(x 6. 5)=−25. 74 Enter your answer, as a decimal, in the box. X =.

Answer 1

x = -3.2

Explanation:

Expand brackets

-7.8x - 50.7 = -25.74

Make x the subject of the equation by adding 50.7 on both sides

-7.8x = -25.74 + 50.7

-7.8x = 24.96

24.96/-7.8 = x

x = -3.2