marii00 marii00
  • 01-11-2018
  • Mathematics
contestada

8x - 5 = -29

Find x

Respuesta :

ramandeep ramandeep
  • 01-11-2018

If you want to find x first, you would have to do:

8x-5=-29

8x-5+5=-29+5

I added 5 to both sides so i can leave 8x by itself. Now by simplifying:

8x=-24

8x/8=-24/8

I divided both sides by 8 so I can leave x by itself to get the answer:

x=-3


Answer Link

Otras preguntas

What values does it reflect?
Elena solved the equation 2(x – 9) = 10 In the following way. What mistake did she make?
Which of the following is NOT one of the essential components of an exercise program?
what is 18 divided by y
If triangle XYZ is congruent to triangle RST find RS
write an essay about 400 words on the topic of advantages and disadvantages of use of mobile in modern life?​
Mariam's father is now 4 times as old Mariam. In 10 years' time, Mariam's father will be twice as old as Mariam. How old is Mariam now? This due is after 15 mi
Impulse is equal to force x time. Do all the eggs experience the same force, no matter which device catches them? (Explain)
In 1992, Jason bought a gallon of gas for $1.17. Yesterday, he bought a gallon of gas for $2.23. What is the percentage increase of the price of a gallon of gas
How do I solve this??? 15 points!