Question

4. Which number from the set {-3, -4, -5, -6} is the solution to the equation 2x + 5 = -3 -4 -6 -5 -3

Answer 1

- 4

Explanation:

2x + 5 = - 3 ( subtract 5 from both sides )

2x = - 8 ( divide both sides by 2 )

x = - 4

then the number from the set which is the solution to the equation is - 4