Question

3(x+2) + 5x= -9
How do you solve this

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

x= -15/8 = -1 7/8= -1.875

Answer 2

Answer:

= − 15/8

Explanation:

[Problem] 3( + 2) + 5 = −9

[Distribute] 3 + 6 + 5 = −9

[Add Like Terms] 8 + 6 = −9

[Factor] 8x + 6 - 6 = -9 - 6

[Simplify] 8=−15

[Simplify] = − 15/8