Question

What is the value of x in the equation -x = 2 - 3x + 6?

a) 8
b) -4
c) 4
d) -8

Answer 1

Answer: x = 4

Explanation:

first, we calculate it.

-x = 8 - 3x

then, we move the variable to the left.

-x + 3x = 8

then, we collect like terms.

2x = 8

finally, we divide both sides.

x = 4