Question

What is the value of x in the equation 0.7x – 1.4 = –3.5?

1. -7
2. -3
3. 7
4. 3

Answer 1

the answer is -3

Explanation:

0.7x - 1.4 = -3.5

add 1.4 to both sides of the equation

you're left with 0.7x = -2.1

then divide both sides by 0.7

you're left with your answer of -3