Question

Solve negative a minus five eighths equals three fifths for a.

a equals 49 over 40
a equals negative 49 over 40
a equals 1 over 40
a equals negative 1 over 40

Answer 1

A= -49/40 which is B

Answer 2

b) A equals -49/40.

Step-by-step explanation:

-x -5/8 = 3/5

Move the constant to the right.

-x = 3/5 + 5/8

Calculate the sum.

-x = 49/40

Change the signs.

Solution:

x = -49/40