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Solving with Variables on Both Sides — Quiz

Question 2 • Mathematics 8

What is the value of x in the equation 3 minus 2 x is equal to negative 1 point 5 x ?

Answer
A
negative 6
B
2
C
negative 2
D
6

Explanation

Start with 3 − 2x = −1.5x. Add 2x to both sides to get 3 = 0.5x, then divide both sides by 0.5. This gives x = 6, so the correct choice is D, 6.

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