To solve for \( w \) in the equation \( 1.2(w + 5) = 3 \), follow these steps:
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Distribute \( 1.2 \) on the left side: \[ 1.2w + 6 = 3 \]
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Subtract \( 6 \) from both sides: \[ 1.2w = 3 - 6 \] \[ 1.2w = -3 \]
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Divide both sides by \( 1.2 \): \[ w = \frac{-3}{1.2} \]
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Calculate \( \frac{-3}{1.2} \): \[ w = -2.5 \]
Thus, the value of \( w \) is \( -2.5 \).
The correct responses are:
- \( w = -2.5 \)
- w equals negative 2.5