Question

When solving negative one over five (x − 25) = 7, what is the correct sequence of operations? (5 points) a Multiply each side by negative one over five, add 25 to each side b Multiply each side by 5, subtract 25 from each side c Multiply each side by negative one over five, subtract 25 from each side d Multiply each side by −5, add 25 to each side

Answer 1

Hello!!

When solving
`-(1)/(5) (x-25)=7`, the correct sequence of operations would be...

Multiply each side by −5, add 25 to each side

Explanation:

When completing the order of operations use PEMDAS Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division (from left to right), Addition and Subtraction (from left to right).

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