Question

Solve for x: (5 points) (-6/5)x -4 = -46 a. 23 b. 35 c. −23 d. −35

Answer 1

Hi there! The answer is B. 35.

$( - \frac{6}{5} )x - 4 = - 46$
Add 4 to both sides.

$( - \frac{6}{5} )x = - 42$
Divide by -1.

$\frac{6}{5} x = 42$
Divide by 6/5

$x = 35$
Therefore, the answer is B. 35.
~ Hope this helps you!