Question

Which value of x makes this equation true? -3x+10=5x-8

Answer 1

x= 2.25

Explanation:

-3x +10= 5x -8

Bring all x terms to 1 side, constants to the other:

5x +3x= 10 +8

8x= 18

Divide both sides by 8:

x= 18 ÷8

x= 2.25

∴ The value of x is 2.25 to make the equation to be true.