Question

Which is a solution of the equation 8x – 9 = –41?

Answer 1

x = -4

Explanation:

8x - 9 = -41 (Add 9 to each side)

8x = -32 (Divide each side by 8)

x = -4

Answer 2

x=-4

Explanation:

First you would isolate the variable. In other words, get the variable by itself. Add 9 to both sides and you get 8x=-32. Divide by 8 and you get x=-4