SOLUTION: Using the numbers 1,2,3,4 and 5 construct an algebra equation to where the answer is -4. You have to use additions, subtraction, multiplication and division to get the answer. And

Question 813194: Using the numbers 1,2,3,4 and 5 construct an algebra equation to where the answer is -4. You have to use additions, subtraction, multiplication and division to get the answer. And NO repeats of numbers or operations.
Answer by stanbon(75887) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Using the numbers 1,2,3,4 and 5 construct an algebra equation to where the answer is -4. You have to use additions, subtraction, multiplication and division to get the answer. And NO repeats of numbers or operations.
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Start with x = -4, then use x+4 as a factor
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f(x) = (x+4)[(x-1)]/ [(x+2)-5]+3
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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