Solving Linear Equations involving Distribution
Solve the linear equation:
3.4 + 2(9.7 - 4.8x) = 61.2
What are the possible steps involved in solving this
equation? Check all that apply.
Add 3.4 and 2.
Distribute 2 to 9.7 and -4.8x.
Combine 3.4 and 19.4.
Divide both sides by 22.8.
Subtract 22.8 from both sides.
Divide both sides by -9.6.

Respuesta :

Answer:

-4

Step-by-step explanation:

3.4+2(9.7-4.8x)=61.2

2(9.7-4.8x)=61.2-3.4

2(9.7-4.8x)=57.8

9.7-4.8x=57.8/2

9.7-4.8x=28.9

4.8x=9.7-28.9

4.8x=-19.2

x=-19.2/4.8

x=-4