Let's solve your equation step-by-step. 7.1 − x = 4.9 Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation. 7.1 − x = 4.9 7.1 + − x = 4.9 − x + 7.1 = 4.9 Step 2: Subtract 7.1 from both sides. − x + 7.1 − 7.1 = 4.9 − 7.1 − x = − 2.2 Step 3: Divide both sides by -1. − x − 1 = − 2.2 − 1 x = 2.2
