Question

-5(x - 1) = – 7(x+3)
whats the answer

Answer 1

x = -13

Explanation:

-5(x - 1) = -7(x + 3)

Distribute on both sides.

-5x + 5 = -7x - 21

Add 7x to both sides.

2x + 5 = -21

Subtract 5 from both sides.

2x = -26

Divide both sides by 2.

x = -13