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Calculate the correct solution to the equation -5x = -45 a) x = -9 b) x = 9 c)x = 1/9 d)x = -1/9

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Answer:

X=9

Solution,


- 5x = - 45 \\ or \: x = ( - 45)/( - 5) \\ x = 9

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User Spencer Nelson
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Answer:

Option B

Explanation:

=> -5x = -45

Dividing both sides by -5

=> x = 9

User Brian Bien
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