Question

Solve the equation for the variable.


`- 5.2x + 57.9 = 15.9 + 1.8x`
x = [?]​

Answer 1

x = 6

Explanation:

Given

- 5.2x + 57.9 = 15.9 + 1.8x ( subtract 1.8x from both sides )

- 7x + 57.9 = 15.9 ( subtract 57.9 from both sides )

- 7x = - 42 ( divide both sides by - 7 )

x = 6