Intermediate Algebra for College Students (7th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-13417-894-7
ISBN 13: 978-0-13417-894-3

Chapter 1 - Section 1.4 - Solving Linear Equations - Exercise Set - Page 51: 59

Answer

$$x=-2$$

Work Step by Step

$$[(3+6)^2\div{3}]\cdot 4=-54x$$ Simplify the left side of the equation by working on the terms inside the parentheses: $$[(3+6)^2\div{3}]\cdot 4$$ $$=[(9)^{2}\div3]\cdot 4$$ $$=[81\div3]\cdot 4$$ $$=27\cdot 4$$ $$=108$$ Rewrite the equation: $$108 = -54x$$ Divide both sides by $-54$: $$x = -2$$
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