Question

Solve the equation. 5x – 5 = 3x – 9 –1 –2 1 –3

Answer 1

x=-14.5

Explanation:

5x-5=3x -9 –1 –2 1 –3

group like terms

5x-3x=-9 –1 –2 1 –3+5

2x=-29

divide by two

x=-14.5