Question

Which equation accurately represents this statement? Select three options.

Negative 3 less than 4.9 times a number, x, is the same as 12.8.
Negative 3 minus 4.9 x = 12.8
4.9 x minus (negative 3) = 12.8
3 + 4.9 x = 12.8
(4.9 minus 3) x = 12.8
12.8 = 4.9 x + 3

Answer 1

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Explanation:

Writing the equation

• Negative 3 less than 4.9 times a number, x, is the same as 12.8
• ⇒ 4.9x - (-3) = 12.8
• ⇒ 4.9x + 3 = 12.8

Solutions

• 4.9x minus (negative 3) = 12.8
• 3 + 4.9 x = 12.8
• 12.8 = 4.9 x + 3