Question

What is the solution to the equation 1 + 3x = -13 + 5x? Convert your answer to a decimal, if necessary.

Answer 1

Explanation:

1 + 3x = 5x - 13

-2x + 1 = -13

-2x = -14

x = 7

Answer 2

x=7

Explanation:

`1 + 3x = - 13 + 5x`

Collect like terms and simplify

`3x - 5x = - 13 - 1 \\ - 2x = - 14`

Divide both sides of the equation by -2

`( - 2x)/( - 2) = ( - 14)/( - 2)`

Simplify

`x = 7`