Question

–9x + 1 = –x + 17
x = –8
x = –2
x = 2
x = 8

Answer 1

x = -2

Explanation:

-9x + 1 = -x + 17

Add x to both sides.

-8x + 1 = 17

Subtract 1 from 17.

-8x = 16

Divide 16 by -8.

x = -2