User163773 User163773
  • 01-03-2022
  • Mathematics
contestada

What value of x will make these two expression equivalent?

-3/7 and x/21
A X=-3 B x=7 Cx=9 Dx=-9

Respuesta :

rspill6
rspill6 rspill6
  • 01-03-2022

Answer:

D.  x = -9

Step-by-step explanation:

We want -(3/7) = (x/21)

Cross multiply:  7x = - 63

x = - 9

Check:

Does (-9/21) = -(3/7)?

(-9/21) reduces to -(3/7)   YES

Answer Link
lizzy6445 lizzy6445
  • 01-03-2022
D because you would cross multiply 7 and x which would give u -63 making x = -9. -9/21 simplifies down to -3/7.
Answer Link

Otras preguntas

How far away is Canopus in kilometres?
What causes chemical weathering?
how can you simplify 24                                ---                                30
Which sentence correctly forms the plural of the letter R? A. Three R's make up her initials.
how can you simplify 24                                ---                                30
Why does 2 pi divided by 1/3 equal 6 pi?
Which sentence correctly forms the plural of the letter R? A. Three R's make up her initials.
The copper wire and bulb is connected in a series with 220 V electric supply. Why only an electric bulb glows where as the copper wire remains the same.Give REA
Show that 9x^2-17x-85=0 give you solutions to 3 correct significant figures There are two possible answers for x
Bethany's dog eats 450 grams of food per day. How many kilograms does the dog eat in a week