Question

Solve the equation. Show your work / explain your steps. x - 5 + 3x = -21

Answer 1

x=4

Explanation:

x - 5 + 3x = -21

add 3x and x and add 5 to both sides of the equation

4x = -16

then divide both sides by 4

x = 4

ya answer is x = 4

Answer 2

X = -4

Explanation:

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