Question

Solve the following equation:
1. 5-3x = -6(x+2)

Answer 1

Exact Form:

x = −17/3

Decimal Form:

x = − 5.6

Mixed Number Form:

x = − 5 2/3

Answer 2

Explanation:

5 - 3x = -6 ( x + 2 )

5 - 3x = -6x - 12

-3x + 6x = - 12 - 5

3x = - 17

`x = - (17)/(3) .. \\`