I don't think it really matters if the denominator is negative in a literal equation. Think about a simpler example with numbers. Does it matter whether a fraction is -1/2 or 1/-2? No, they are both the same. Therefore, I would say that the denominator of a literal equation can be negative.
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Its 7a so the coefficient of a is 7
Step-by-step explanation:
Perimeter = 16
length = 3x
height = x
P = 2L + 2H
16 = 2(3x) + 2(x)
16 = 8x
hence:
x = 2.