Question

Answer 5x + 8 − 3x = −10

Answer 1

-9

Explanation:

5x + 8 - 3x = -10

Combine like terms

2x + 8 = -10

Subtract 8 to both sides

2x = -18

Divide both sides by 2

x = -9

Answer 2

-9

Explanation:

5x+8-3x = -10

Combine like terms

2x+8 = -10

Subtract 8 to both sides

2x = -18

Divide both sides by 2

x = -9