Question

What is the value of x in the equation 3 minus 2 x = negative 1.5 x? –6 –2 2 6

Answer 1

D

Explanation:

Answer 2

x = 6

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
• Subtract Property of Equality

Explanation:

Step 1: Set Up Equation

3 - 2x = -1.5x

Step 2: Solve for x

1. Add 2x on both sides: 3 = 0.5x
2. Divide 0.5 on both sides: 6 = x
3. Rewrite: x = 6