Algebra: A Combined Approach (4th Edition)

Published by Pearson
ISBN 10: 0321726391
ISBN 13: 978-0-32172-639-1

Chapter 1 - Section 1.7 - Properties of Real Numbers - Exercise Set - Page 72: 89

Answer

Opposite: -x, Reciprocal: $\frac{1}{x}$

Work Step by Step

The opposite of a number is one in which their sum equals 0. x + (-x) = 0. The reciprocal of a number is one in which their product equals 1. x * $\frac{1}{x}$ = 1.
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