Question

What is the value of x in the equation -2 = 5x + 3?

A 1

B 1/5

C-1

D-3 2/5

Answer 1

C

Explanation:

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

- 5 = 5x ( divide both sides by 5 )

- 1 = x

Answer 2

It’s c … -1 because 5 times -1 equals -5. So , -5 +3 equals -2. I hope this helps :)