Question

Solve the equation 5 - (4x + 7) - 4 = 7. Explain each step of your process using a verbal

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Answer 1

Answer: -13/4 or -3.25 or - 3 1/4

Explanation:

Answer 2

x = -13/4

Explanation:

5 - (4x + 7) - 4 = 7

Distribute the minus sign

5 - 4x -7 - 4 = 7

Combine like terms

-4x-6 = 7

Add 6 to each side

-4x-6+6 = 7+6

-4x= 13

Divide by -4

-4x/-4 = 13/-4

x = -13/4