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Multiplication and Division Equations — Quiz

Question 3 • Grade 7 Mathematics

Jada solved the equation negative 4 ninths is equal to x over 108 for x using the given steps. What was Jada’s error? Jada’s Work negative 4 ninths is equal to x over 108 negative 4 ninths times open paren negative 9 fourths close paren is equal to x over 108 times open paren negative 9 fourths close paren x is equal to negative 1 over 48

Answer
A
The product of negative 9 fourths and 108 should have been the value of x .
B
Jada should have multiplied both sides of the equation by negative 4 ninths .
C
The product of negative 9 fourths and 1 over 108 is not equal to negative 1 over 48 .
D
Jada should have multiplied both sides of the equation by 108 .
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