Solve. Clear decimals first.
-$11.2 q + 1.4 = - 77.8 - 1.3 q$
A) 8
B) $7.1$
C) $- 89$
D) $7.2$

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To solve the equation $11.2q + 1.4 = -77.8 - 1.3q$, first eliminate the decimals by multiplying every term by 10, resulting in $112q + 14 = -778 - 13q$. Then, combine like terms by adding $13q$ to both sides and subtracting $14$ from both sides, yielding $125q = -792$. Finally, divide both sides by $125$ to solve for $q$, which gives $q = -792 / 125 = -6.336$. However, none of the provided options match this solution, indicating a mistake in my calculation or a misunderstanding of the provided options. Re-evaluating the calculation process is necessary.

Solve Clear Decimals First 11.2q+1.4=−77.8−1.3q11.2 q + 1.4 = - 77.8 - 1.3 q11.2q+1.4=−77.8−1.3q

Solve Clear Decimals First $11.2 q + 1.4 = - 77.8 - 1.3 q$