Question

-7(x + 9) = 9(x - 5) - 14x Solve for x. SHOW WORK.

Answer 1

x=-9

Explanation:

STEP 1: Since x is on the right side of the equation, switch the sides so it is on the left side of the equation.

`9(x-5)-14x=-7(x+9)`

STEP 2: Simplify 9(x−5)−14x.

`-5x-45=-7(x+9)`

STEP 3: Simplify −7(x+9).

`-5x-45=-7x-63`

STEP 4: Move all terms containing x to the left side of the equation.

`2x-45=-63`

STEP 5: Move all terms not containing x to the right side of the equation.

`2x=-18`

STEP 6: Divide each term by 2 and simplify.

`x=-9`

Answer 2

x= -9

explanation in the pic above

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