Question

5x=-3x+16

Answer 1

are you trying to find X?

Answer 2

Yes,

Answer 3

Do i divide to get x on one side of the = or do i subtract

Answer 4

5x=-3x+16
5x + 3x = 16
whats next?

Answer 5

Combine like terms.

Answer 6

Thats wut i figured. Add x's then divide

Answer 7

ok try it and put the answer so i can check it

Answer 8

Divide by 8, because your equation is 8x = 16.

Answer 9

8x=16. X=2

Answer 10

correct

Answer 11

Now substitute your answer in to check it. Though that is the right answer.

Answer 12

8x2=16

Answer 13

its better for you to try doing the problem and posting your work this was we can see where you make mistakes and help you

Answer 14

Thanks everyone im trying to remember how to do this so i can help my kid

Answer 15

Thanks surdawi