Question

Which of the following shows the correct solution steps and solution to 7x-4= -18?

Answer 1

7x - 4 = -18
7x = -14
x = -2

Answer 2

x = -2

Explanation:

To solve for x always get x on one side

First add 4 on each side, 4 + 7x - 4 = -18 + 4

Next subtract 18 from 4, making it -14 7x = -14

Now divide 7 on each side, x = -2