Question

Below are two equations. Solve each equation and compare the two solutions. Choose the statement that is true about each solution.

Equation #1:6 - x = 5x + 30

Equation #2:4x - 8 = 3x + 2

A)The solution to equation #1 is smaller than the solution to equation #2.

B)The solution to equation #1 is larger than the solution to equation #2.

C)The solution to equation #1 is the same as the solution to equation #2.

D)None of the statements above describe solutions to equations shown.

Answer 1

-6x = 24; x = -4
x = 10
A