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Write and solve the equation to find the

value of x.
"The quotient of negative sixty and a
number x is four."
a) -60 * x = 4; x = 15
b) -60 / x = 4; x = -15
c) -60 * x = 4; x = -15
d) -60 / x = 4; x = 15

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Answer:

C) -60/x = 4; x = -15

Step-by-step explanation:

-60 / x = 4

-60 ÷ 4 = -15

x = -15

Checking:

-60/x = 4

-60/(-15) = 4


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