Answer: x=-6
Explanation:
Add 5 to both sides to get 2x by itself
Yes, subtract 1 from both sides to get 3x by itself so you can subtract 2x as to not get a negative x value
One common mistake would be to accidentaly adding or subtracting 1 or 5 when they are supposed to be added/subtracted. To avoid this just go back and check your awnser by plugging it in.