Question

If g(x)= 3x-1 solve for x when g(x)=-20.

Answer 1

`-(19)/(3 )`

Explanation:

Plug in -20 and g(x):

-20=3x-1

Now solve:

-20=3x-1

Add 1 on both sides:

-20+1=3x-1+1

-19=3x

Divide 3 on both sides:

`-(19)/(3 )`