Answer:
x = -3/2
General Formulas and Concepts:
Pre-Algebra
Order of Operations: BPEMDAS
- Brackets
- Parenthesis
- Exponents
- Multiplication
- Division
- Addition
- Subtraction
Equality Properties
Step-by-step explanation:
Step 1: Define
2x + 1 = -2
Step 2: Solve for x
- Subtract 1 on both sides: 2x = -3
- Divide 2 on both sides: x = -3/2