Question

Three x plus nine equals five

Answer 1

x= -1.33333...

or -1 1/3

Explanation:

3x+9=5

Subtract 9 to both sides.

3x+9= 5

-9 -9

3x= -4

Divide 3 to both sides.

3x= -4

3 3

x= -1.33333...

or -1 1/3