Question

Solve and describe the steps used to find x for the equation: 7x-4=-4x+18

Answer 1

x = 2

Explanation:

7x -4 = -4x + 18

11x - 4 = 18

11x = 22

x = 2

Let's check

7(2) -4 = -4(2) + 18

14 - 4 = -8 + 18

10 = 10

So, x = 2 is the correct answer.