Question

MJ solved the equation -5x - 16 = 5

His work is shown below. Identify the error and where it was made.
-5x - 16 = 5
Step 1: -5x - 16 + 16 = 5 + 16
Step 2: -5x = 21
Step 3:
-5x5=215
Step 4: x = 215

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation: He add 16 together you are not suppose to add 16 you are suppose to add 5 together so instead of 16 + 16 you do 16+ 5