Question

what is the solution to the equation?
-16c = 8
options:
c = -128
c = -\frac{1}{2}
c = -2
c = 24

Explanation:

Step1: Isolate the variable \( c \)

To solve for \( c \) in the equation \( -16c = 8 \), we divide both sides of the equation by \( -16 \).
\[
\frac{-16c}{-16} = \frac{8}{-16}
\]

Step2: Simplify the fractions

Simplifying both sides, we get:
\[
c = \frac{8}{-16} = -\frac{1}{2}
\]

Answer:

\( c = -\frac{1}{2} \) (corresponding to the option with this value)