Question

2k + 5 — 7k = 8 + 3

I need someone to help me out with this one please.

Answer 1

-1.2

Explanation:

2k+5-7k=8+3

2k-7k+5=11

-5k=11-5

-5k=6

-5k/5=6/5

k=-1.2

Answer 2

2k + 5 - 7k = 8+3
-5k + 5 = 11
-5k = 6
k= -6/5