horseplay120 horseplay120
  • 04-01-2021
  • Mathematics
contestada

In the equation 5x-2=-x-20, What is the value of x?
a. 2
b. -1
c. -3
d. -2

Respuesta :

VectorFundament120
VectorFundament120 VectorFundament120
  • 04-01-2021

Answer:

C choice.

Step-by-step explanation:

[tex]5x - 2 = - x - 20 \\ [/tex]

First, we move the same terms to the same side.

[tex]5x + x = - 20 + 2 \\ 6x = - 18[/tex]

Then we move 6 to divide - 18.

[tex]x = \frac{ - 18}{6} \\ x = - 3[/tex]

Answer Link

Otras preguntas

Why did New France Develop slowly?
please help me with problem 1 and 2 please and thanks.!
What is the mass of a sample containing 3.5 moles of silicon atoms? 28 g 72g 98 g 35 g
POINTS!! I NEED HELP WITH THIS, WILL GIVE BRAINLIEST TO BEST ANSWER
-7.79+9.55 what does this equal?
how much do you need to subtract from 77/10 to make 7
Why is computer called diligent machine? ​
What are the consequences of the British Policies ?
​Dolbear's law states the relationship between the rate at which Snowy Tree Crickets chirp and the air temperature of their environment. The formula is ​T=50+n-
12 points!! plz help