Question

Solve each equation, this problem is 60a from the rsm homework

Answer 1

x = -3

Explanation:

to solve this equation you should first find the LCD or least common denominator for 2 and 6

the LCD is 6

so you should multiply each side by six

`6 * (x + 5)/(2) + 6 * -(x + 3)/(6) = 6 * 1`

3x + 15 - x - 3 = 6

now combine like terms

2x + 12 = 6

now subtract both sides by 12

2x = -6

lastly divide everything by 2

x = -3

that is your answer