Question

Solve the equation.
5х + 8 – 3x = -10

Answer 1

x=-9

Explanation:

5x+8-3x=-10

2x+8=-10

2x=-18

Divide both sides by 2 to get

Answer is -9

Answer 2

Answer: x=-9
get all of the numbers on one side and x on the other
5x+8-3x=-10
-8 -8
5x-3x=-10-8
simplify
2x=-18
divide by two on each side
x=-9