Elementary and Intermediate Algebra: Concepts & Applications (6th Edition)

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Chapter R - Elementary Algebra Review - R.2 Equations, Inequalities, and Problem Solving - R.2 Exercise Set - Page 946: 10

Answer

$x=-12$

Work Step by Step

Using the properties of equality, the value of the variable that satisfies the given expression, $ -\dfrac{1}{4}x=3 ,$ is \begin{array}{l}\require{cancel} -4\left( -\dfrac{1}{4}x \right)=3(-4) \\\\ x=-12 .\end{array}
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