Question

Solve each equation: -5(7-8x)-7x=-(3x+1)

Answer 1

x = 17/18

Explanation:

-5(7-8x) -7x = -(3x+1)

-35 + 40x - 7x = -3x - 1

-35 + 33x = -3x - 1

33x + 3x = -1 + 35

36x = 34

x = 34/36

x = 17/18