Question

Select the correct answer.

Answer 1

B. x = -5

Explanation:

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

distribute the -8

-8x - 40 = -3x - 7 + x - 3

combine like terms

-8x - 40 = -2x - 10

add 40 to both sides

-8x = -2x + 30

add 2x to both sides

-6x = 30

divide both sides by -6

x = -5