Question

Find the value of x when 6 - 3x = 5x - 10x + 18.
The value of x is
x

Answer 1

x = 6

Explanation:

First, simplify both sides:

6 - 3x = -5x + 18

Move like terms to one side. Note that when you move a term from one side to another, the sign is changed (+ --> -)

6 - 18 = -5x + 3x

-12 = -2x

x = 6