Question

the model shows -3x + 5= -2x -1. What value of x makes the equation true? look at the picture please..

Answer 1

D. x=6

Explanation:

-3x + 5= -2x -1

more variables to left hand side and change its sign

-3x+2x+5=-1

move constant to right hand side and change its sign

-3x+2x=-1-5

collect like terms

-x=-1-5

calculate the difference

-x=-6

change the signs on both sides of the equation

x=6