Question

Solve the following "two-step" linear equation

6x+3=-1

Answer 1

x = -
`(2)/(3)`

Explanation:

Given

6x + 3 = - 1 ( subtract 3 from both sides )

6x = - 4 ( divide both sides by 6 )

x =
`(-4)/(6)` = -
`(2)/(3)`

Answer 2

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