Question

Solve for x
–30 = 5(x + 1)

Answer 1

Answer:

-30=5(x+1) is -7

Explanation:

distribute flip subtract 5 from both sides divide both sides by 5

Answer 2

-30=(5)(x)+(5)(1) (Distribute)
-30=5x+5
Flip equation
5x+5=-30
Subtract 5 from both sides
5x+5-5=-30-5
5x=-35
Divide both sides by 5
X=-7