Question

Solve for x: -2.3(x - 1.2) = -9.66

Answer 1

x = 5.4

Explanation:

`-2.3(x-1.2)=-9.66` use the distributive property a(b + c) = ab + ac

`-2.3x+2.76=-9.66` subtract 2.76 from both sides

`-2.3x=-12.42` divide both sides by (-2.3)

`x=5.4`