Question

Solve for x:-
-5(x-10)=-35

Answer 1

x = 17

Explanation:

-5 ( x - 10) = -35

-5x + 50 = -35

-5x + 50-50 = -35-50

-5x = -85

-5x ÷ -5

-85 ÷ -5

x = 17

Answer 2

x=17

Divide both sides by the numeric factor on the left side, then solve.