Introductory Algebra for College Students (7th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-13417-805-X
ISBN 13: 978-0-13417-805-9

Chapter 2 - Section 2.3 - Solving Linear Equations - Exercise Set - Page 141: 34

Answer

x=4

Work Step by Step

$\frac{3x}{4}$-9=-6 4($\frac{3x}{4}$-9)=4(-6) 3x-4(9)=-24 3x-36=-24 3x=-24+36 3x=12 x=$\frac{12}{3}$ x=4 Check the answer. $\frac{3(4)}{4}$-9=-6 3-9=-6 -6=-6
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