Question

Solve the following: -3x + 7(x + 5) = 5x + 38

please explain!

Answer 1

Answer: -3

Explanation:

-3x+ 7x+ 35= 5x + 38

You solve the distributive property on the left side and set it equal to the right

4x+35= 5x+38

-4x -4x

35= x+38

-38 -38

X=-3