Big Ideas Math - Algebra 1, A Common Core Curriculum

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ISBN 10: 978-1-60840-838-2
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Chapter 1 - Solving Linear Equations - 1.1-1.3 - Quiz - Page 26: 3

Answer

$r=-5$.

Work Step by Step

The given equation is $\Rightarrow 60=-12r$ Divide both sides by $-12$. $\Rightarrow \frac{60}{-12}=\frac{-12r}{-12}$ Simplify. $\Rightarrow -5=r$. Check:- $\Rightarrow 60=-12(5)$ $\Rightarrow 60=-60$ True. Hence, the solution is $r=-5$.
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