Question

Which value of x makes the equation 0. 75(x + 20) = 2 + 0. 5(x - 2) true?

Answer 1

Answer:

-56

Explanation:

From the equation:

0.75(x + 20) = 2 + 0.5(x - 2)

Open brackets

0.75x + 15 = 2 + 0.5x - 1

Collect like terms

0.75x - 0.5x = 2 - 1 - 15

0.25x = - 14

Divide both sides by 0.25

x = -56