Question

Write the word sentence as an equation. Then solve.

The product of 15 and a number x is −75.

Equation:

Solution: x=

Answer 1

Equation: (-5)(15) = -75

Solution : (x)(15) or (written as, x times 15 )= -75
For x= -5 ( substitute x into -5)
(-5)(15) or written as, negative 5 times 15= -75

Answer 2

As an equation: 15 × x = -75

Solved: x = -5

Explanation:

15*x = -75

`(15*x)/(15)` =
`-(75)/(15)`, Divide by 15 on both sides to solve for x

x=
`-(75)/(15)`, The 15 in the numerator cancels out with the denominator

x= -5, because 75/15=5