Question

For what value of x is the equation 2x+4/3
=
-8 true?

Answer 1

x = -
`(14)/(3)`

Explanation:

Given

2x +
`(4)/(3)` = - 8

Multiply through by 3 to clear the fraction

6x + 4 = - 24 ( subtract 4 from both sides )

6x = - 28 ( divide both sides by 6 )

x =
`(-28)/(6)` = -
`(14)/(3)`