Question

4.1.5 Quiz: Solving Linear Equations

Which of the following shows the correct solution steps and solution to
4x + 9 = -23?
O A.
OB.
4x +9= -23
4x +9-9-23-9
4x = -32
4x
-32
4
4
=
x = -8
4x +9= -23
4x +9=9=-23-9
4x=-32
4x -32
-4
-4
XA

Answer 1

See below.

x = -8

Explanation:

The steps in the question did not format correctly. The example below shows one correct approach.

4x + 9 = -23 Original Equation

4x = -32 [Subtract 9 from both sides]

x = -8 [Divide both sides by 4]