From the number 842 to 109 is a decrease of 733. so 109 minus 733 will result in a -624.
Answer:
x=17
Step-by-step explanation:
24-3x=-27
1) Subtract 24 from both sides:
-3x=-51
2) Divide both sides by -3:
x=17
Footnotes:
Don't forget, your goal is to <em>isolate</em> the variable, or get it on one side of the equation
Answer:
Dilation factor is 2/3
Step-by-step explanation:
Look at both flat lines (M to S and M' to S') and find their lengths.
M to S = 9 units
M' to S' = 6 units
The triangle has gotten smaller so the dilation factor is a fraction
new/original = 6/9 = .66666666 or 2/3
Dilation factor is 2/3
