Question

Solve the equation, 4 - (x + 1) = 6.

x = -9
x = 3
x = -3
x = 9

Answer 1

x = -3

Explanation:

`4-(x+1) =6`

Distribute the negative

`4 - x - 1 = 6`

Combine like terms on Left Hand Side

`- x + 3 = 6`

Substract 3 from both sides

`-x = 3`

Divide both sides by -1 to get rid of the negative

∴
`x = - 3`