Question

What is the solution to the equation 3 x+ 2 = -x-57
X=-8
o x=-7
o x=7
O X=8

Answer 1

x = -59/4

Explanation:

3 x+ 2 = -x-57

Add x to each side

3 x+x+ 2 = -x+x-57

4x+2 = -57

Subtract 2 from each side

4x +2-2 = -57-2

4x = -59

Divide each side by 4

4x/4 = -59/4

x = -59/4