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How do you solve #h+1.7=-2.1#?

Answer 1

Genesis Allen

Subtract #1.7# from each side of the equation. See full solution process below:

Subtract #color(red)(1.7)# from each side of the equation to solve for #h# while keeping the equation balanced:

#h + 1.7 - color(red)(1.7) = -2.1 - color(red)(1.7)#

#h + 0 = -3.8#

#h = -3.8#

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Answer 2

Nathan Axel

To solve (h + 1.7 = -2.1), first subtract (1.7) from both sides of the equation:

(h + 1.7 - 1.7 = -2.1 - 1.7)

(h = -2.1 - 1.7)

(h = -3.8)

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Answer from HIX Tutor

When evaluating a one-sided limit, you need to be careful when a quantity is approaching zero since its sign is different depending on which way it is approaching zero from. Let us look at some examples.