Question

Given h(x)=-x+5h, solve for x when h(x)=0.

Answer 1

5

Explanation:

Set h(x) to zero then solve:

0 = -x + 5

-5 = -x

5 = x

Answer 2

x = 5

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Alg

• Order of Operations: BPEMDAS
• Equality Properties

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

h(x) = -x + 5

h(x) = 0

Step 2: Solve

1. Substitute: 0 = -x + 5
2. Isolate x term: -5 = -x
3. Isolate x: 5 = x
4. Rewrite: x = 5