Question

Solve 64x = 16x−1. x = −2 x = −1 x = negative 1 over 4 x = negative 1 over 3

Answer 1

I believe its actually x=-2

Answer 2

x = -1/48

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

1. Brackets
2. Parenthesis
3. Exponents
4. Multiplication
5. Division
6. Addition
7. Subtraction

• Left to Right

Equality Properties

• Multiplication Property of Equality
• Division Property of Equality
• Addition Property of Equality
• Subtraction Property of Equality

Algebra I

• Terms/Coefficients

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

64x = 16x - 1

Step 2: Solve for x

1. [Subtraction Property of Equality] Subtract 16x on both sides: 48x = -1
2. [Division Property of Equality] Divide 48 on both sides: x = -1/48