Question

Solve the following equation for x
3x-9=-33

Answer 1

x = -8

Explanation:

3x - 9 = -33

3x = -24 (add 9 to both sides)

x = -8 (divide entire equation by 3)

Answer 2

x = -8

Explanation:

Step 1: Add 9 to both sides.

3x−9+9=−33+9

3x=−24

Step 2: Divide both sides by 3.

3x -24

3 3

x=−8