Question

What is 8x - 3 = -9 + 7x

Answer 1

x = -6.

Explanation:

8x - 3 = -9 + 7x. Add 3 to both sides. 8x = -6 + 7x. Subtract 7x from both sides. x = -6.

You can substitute to check your answer. 8(-6) - 3 = -9 + 7(-6). -48 - 3 = -9 + -42. -51 = -51.

Answer 2

x = -6

Explanation:

8x - 3 = -9 + 7x

8x - 7x = -9 + 3

x = -6