Question

What is the solution to 4x - 7x + 8 = 2x + 237

Answer 1

X= - 45.8, - 45 4/5, OR x= - 229/5

Explanation:

4x-7x+8=2x+237 (collect like terms)

-3x+8=2x+237. (move the terms)

-3x-2x=237-8. (collect like terms)

-5x=229. (divide both sides)

X= -45.8 (3 above listed will work)