Question

O
x = -9
x = -1
x = 1
O x = 9

Answer 1

To solve the equation 5x + 8 - 3x = -10, combine like terms:

(5x - 3x) + 8 = -10

2x + 8 = -10

Next, isolate the variable x by subtracting 8 from both sides:

2x + 8 - 8 = -10 - 8

2x = -18

Finally, solve for x by dividing both sides by 2:

2x/2 = -18/2

x = -9

Therefore, the solution to the equation 5x + 8 - 3x = -10 is x = -9.

Answer 2

x = - 9

Explanation:

5x + 8 - 3x = - 10

5x - 3x = - 10 - 8

2x = - 18

x = - 18/2

x = - 9