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When solving -1/5 (x - 25) = 7, what is the correct sequence of operations?

A- multiply each side by -1/5, subtract 25 from each side

B- multiply each side by 5, subtract 25 from each side

C- multiply each side by -1/5, add 25 to each side

D- Multiply each side by -5, add 25 to each side

Please Explain

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Today at 11:18 PM

I believe b. Is the answer. Multiplication comes before subtraction but you'll multiply both sides by 5 giving you - x+25=35.then you move the 25 to the other side making it a negative and you have - x=35-25. Hope that helps.

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