jtriplet20
jtriplet20 jtriplet20
  • 15-12-2021
  • Mathematics
contestada

What is the value of x in the equation 2(x+3.5)=−10?
A: 15.5
B: 8.5
C: -8.5
D: -15.5

Respuesta :

persiphone1n1
persiphone1n1 persiphone1n1
  • 15-12-2021

Answer:

B (-8.5)

Step-by-step explanation:

To start working, times everything in parenthesis by 2

2 times x = 2x

2 times 3.5 is 7

Now that you have that, re-write the equation

2x+7=-10

subtract 7 from 7 and -10

you get 2x=-17

divide both sides by 2

x=-8.5

Hope this helps! :>

Answer Link
4xxq5dkkn8 4xxq5dkkn8
  • 15-12-2021
-8.5

2x+7=-10
-7. -7
_________
2x=-17
X=-8.5
Answer Link

Otras preguntas

Which is NOT a problem Nigeria has faced post-independence? Corrupt government officials Increased disputes between the Muslims in the North and the Christians
name one of the books of American literature
what is the entire range of em waves called
What does x mean in a math equation
when did the quebec conference take place
Which is a cause of mechanical weathering? A. sunlight B. oxidation C. physical forces D. natural acids
there is a 16 FL Oz and someone drank 3/4 of it how much is left?
how many inches are in 110 yards
When beginning a cardiorespiratory training regimen, it's best to plan for _______ sessions per week.
Solve the following equation for r2: Q = 2sL(T2-T1)/ln(r2/r1) when: Q=1,500,000, s=30, T2=275, T1=22, L=10, r1=6.