Question

Solve the equation: 11 = −5x − 2

Answer 1

`x = (13)/(-5) or (-13)/(5)`

Explanation:

Add 2 to each side to isolate the negative 5x:

11 + 2 = -5x + 2

13 = -5x

Divide both sides by -5:

`(-5x)/(-5) = (13)/(-5)`

`x = (13)/(-5) or (-13)/(5)`

Hope this helps!

Answer 2

x= -13/5

Explanation: