Question

Solve for x: -2x - 5 = 4

Answer 1

Answer i think it is 4

Evaluate the Function Evaluate x : − 2 x − 5 , then set it equal to 4 . = 4

Explanation:

Answer 2

x = - 9/2

Explanation:

-2x - 5 = 4

-2x - 5 + 5 = 4 + 5 [add 5 both sides ]

- 2x = 9 [ -5 + 5 = 0]

`(-2x)/(-2) = (9)/(-2)\\\\x = (9)/(2)` [ divide both sides by - 2 ]