Question

Solve for x: 2x + 5 = 8x +1

Answer 1

x = -1

Explanation:

8x-2x+5 = 1

x(8-2)+5 = 1

x(4) = -4

x = -4/4

x = -1

Answer 2

2/3

Explanation:

2x + 5 = 8x+ 1

5 - 1 = 8x - 2x

4 = 6x

x= 4/6➡2/3