Answer:
x = 6
Step-by-step explanation:
The given is:
-5(x + 3) + 8x = 3
Distributive Property
-5x - 15 + 8x = 3
Combine Like Terms
3x - 15 = 3
Addition Property of Equality or add 15 to both sides
3x = 18
Division Property of Equality or divide 3 from both sides
Your final answer is
x = 6
To be 100% sure you can substitute the value of x which is 6.
Start by multiplying 3 and six, 18 subtract 15 to get a true equation:
15 = 15
Hope this helps you little sis and future students.
From yours truly to you,
Que.
