Question

Given the function g(x) = 3x – 1, find x if g(x) = –19.

Answer 1

x = -6

Explanation:

If g(x) = -19, then -19 is 3x - 1 since g(x) = 3x - 1.

So, we get the expression -19 = 3x - 1.

Add 1 on both sides: -18 = 3x

Divide both sides by 3: -6 = x

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