Question

Find the solution to the equation shown below.

–3.4(x – 2) = 9.8 – 4x

Answer 1

X= 5

Explanation (Steps):

Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation.

−3.4(x−2)=9.8−4x

(−3.4)(x)+(−3.4)(−2)=9.8+−4x(Distribute)

−3.4x+6.8=9.8+−4x

−3.4x+6.8=−4x+9.8

Step 2: Add 4x to both sides.

−3.4x+6.8+4x=−4x+9.8+4x

0.6x+6.8=9.8

Step 3: Subtract 6.8 from both sides.

0.6x+6.8−6.8=9.8−6.8

0.6x=3

Step 4: Divide both sides by 0.6.

0.6x0.6=3/0.6

x=5