Evaluate -X for the Given Value of X $$x = - 3.86$$

question 139

Multiple Choice

Evaluate -x for the given value of x.
- $$x = - 3.86$$

• A) 3
• B) \(3.86\)
• C) \(- 3.86\)
• D) 0

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