Question

Solve x:
6 - x/10 = -3
-Please Help! Homework due in for Monday Xx

Answer 1

Your first step is to multiply both sides by 10, giving you 6 - x = -30

Next, subtract 6, giving you -x = -36

When simplifying equations, use PEMDAS. Parenthesis, Exponents, Multiplication and Division, Addition and Subtraction.

Answer 2

6 - x/10 = -3
6 = -3 + x/10
9 = x/10
90 = x