Question

Find the value of x for the equation below:
-3x + 10 = 5x - 8

Answer 1

x = 2.25

Explanation:

-3x + 10 = 5x - 8

add 3 to 5x, add 8 to 10

18 = 8x

divide 18 by 8

x = 18/8 = 2.25