Question

Solve -1(x+8)+3=x-15

Answer 1

-1(x + 8) + 3 = x - 15

-x - 8 + 3 = x - 15 (Distribute)

-x - 5 = x - 15 (Combine like terms)

-x + 10 = x (Add 15 to both sides)

10 = 2x (Add x to both sides)

x = 5 (Divide each side by 2)

Answer 2

Answer: x= 5

Explanation: