Question

What is the value of x in the equation

Answer 1

Answer:

x = -3

Step-by-step explanation:

In an equation our aim is to find the value of what we are looking for as well as keeping the equation balanced. For example if we took away 1.4 only from one side then the equation would change so it's an important rule to keep in mind when solving equations, that you need to keep both sides of the equation the same.

0.7x - 1.4  = -3.5

→ First multiply everything by 10 to make everything into a whole number

7x - 14 = -35

→ Plus 14 to both sides to isolate 7x

7x = -21

→ Divide both sides by 7 to isolate 7

x = -3