Question

Using the properties of equality, find the value of x in the equation below. -3(7x - 4) = -4 Type your answer as a fraction so that you give the exact answer not an estimate. there's the question i just copied it

Answer 1

Answer:

x= 16/21

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation.

−3(7x−4)=−4

(−3)(7x)+(−3)(−4)=−4(Distribute)

−21x+12=−4

Step 2: Subtract 12 from both sides.

−21x+12−12=−4−12

−21x=−16

Step 3: Divide both sides by -21.

-21x/21=-16/21

x=16/21