Question

Solve the two-step equation below:

5.1 = –3x – 4.2
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use the following steps:

1. Add 4.2 to both sides.

2. Divide both sides by -3.

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The solution is x = __

Answer 1

Answer:

x= -3.1

Step-by-step explanation:

5.1= -3x - 4.2

or, 5.1 + 4.2 = -3x - 4.2 + 4.2

or, 9.3 = -3x

or,9.3/-3 = -3x/-3

or, -3.1 = x