Question

Solve -40=5x

A -5
B -8
C -35
D -200

Answer 1

5x-8=40

Explanation:

5*8=40 so all you need to do is make the eight negative to make it -40

Answer 2

Answer: X=-8

Explanation:

-40=5x

5x=-40

\frac{5x}{5}=\frac{-40}{5}