Question

Four more than five times a number is
two less than the number.

Answer 1

4 + 5x = x - 2

x=-1.5

Explanation:

4 + 5x = x - 2

subtract 4 from both sides (or add negative whichever you prefer)

5x=x-6

now subtract x from both sides

4x=-6

now divide by 4

x=-1.5

Answer 2

4 + 5x = x - 2