Question

5(x + 3)= 4(x -3)
What is x?

Answer 1

-27

Explanation:

5(x+3) = 4(x-3)

5x + 15 = 4x - 12

5x - 4x = -12 - 15

X = -27

Answer 2

Step-by-step explanation:

We will have to open the bracket first followed by collecting the like terms

Open the bracket first

5(x+3)=4(x-3)

5x+15=4x-12

Collect like terms

5x-4x=-12-15

x=-27

So the final answer is-27