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Question 3(Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)

When solving negative one over eight (x + 35) = −7, what is the correct sequence of operations?

A Multiply each side by negative one over eight , add 35 to each side
B Multiply each side by negative one over eight , subtract 35 from each side
C Multiply each side by −8, subtract 35 from each side
D Multiply each side by −8, add 35 to each side

User Maharramoff
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Given expression

  • -1/8(x+35)=-7

Option C is correct

As multiply each side by -8 will result removal of -1/8

  • x+35=56

Then subtracting 35 will give us x

  • x=56-35
  • x=21
User Istrel
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Answer:

  • C Multiply each side by −8, subtract 35 from each side

Explanation:

Solving the equation:

  • -1/8(x + 35) = -7

Multiply both sides by -8:

  • x + 35 = 56

Subtract 35 from both sides:

  • x = 56 - 35
  • x = 21

Correct answer choice is C

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