What is the solution of the equation −x/2.9=−3 ?(1 point)

Question

Responses

−8.7
negative 8.7

8.7
8.7

−87
negative 87

87

Answer 1

To solve the equation \(-\frac{x}{2.9} = -3\), you can follow these steps:

1. Multiply both sides by \(-1\) to eliminate the negative signs: \[ \frac{x}{2.9} = 3 \]

2. Multiply both sides by \(2.9\) to solve for \(x\): \[ x = 3 \times 2.9 \]

3. Calculate the right side: \[ x = 8.7 \]

So, the solution to the equation \(-\frac{x}{2.9} = -3\) is \(8.7\).

The correct response is: 8.7