Question

5(-2x-1)-5x+2= 5(−2x−1)−5x+2=27

Answer 1

Let's solve for x:

5(-2x-1) - 5x + 2 = 27

Distribute the 5:

-10x - 5 - 5x + 2 = 27

Combine like terms:

-15x - 3 = 27

Add 3 to both sides:

-15x = 30

Divide by -15:

x = -2

Therefore, the solution is x = -2.

Explanation:

Answer 2

x = -2

Explanation:

5(−2x−1) −5x + 2 = 27

-10x - 5 - 5x + 2 = 27

-15x - 3 = 27

-15x = 30

x = -2

So, the answer is x = -2