Q88. - Algebra 2

Question

Identify the additive inverse for each expression or expression.

$-3x$

Step-by-Step Solution

Answer

The required answer is $3x$.

Step 1- Determine the approach that can be used

The additive inverse for the provided expression will be the same expression with opposite sign. 

Step 2 – Determine the additive inverse

Write the provided expression with positive sign.

$3x$

Step 3- Make the conclusion

Determine the addition of provided expression and obtained expression.

$-3x+3x=0$

As the addition of provided expression and additive inverse result in 0 so obtained expression is additive inverse.