What is the solution of the equation −x/2.9=−3

Question

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Responses

8.7
8.7

−87
negative 87

87
87

−8.7
negative 8.7

Answer 1

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

1. Multiply both sides by -1, which gives: \(\frac{x}{2.9} = 3\)

2. Next, multiply both sides by 2.9 to isolate \(x\): \(x = 3 \times 2.9\)

3. Calculate \(3 \times 2.9\): \(3 \times 2.9 = 8.7\)

Thus, the solution is \(x = 8.7\).

The correct answer is: 8.7.