Question

Solve the following equation for x.

9x - 4 = -49

A. -7
B. -10
C. -5
D -53/-9

Answer 1

b -10

hope this helps i think

Answer 2

C. -5

Explanation:

First, add 4 to both sides

9x = -49 + 4

Simplify

-49 + 4 into -45

so 9x = -45

Dividing both sides w/ 9

x = 45/9

Finally, simplify 45/9 into 5

x = -5

Sorry for a late answer...I hope this helps