Question

Solve the equation for x and show your work. 8x – 15 + 5x = -80

Answer 1

easy stuff ill walk you through it ok?

Answer 2

okay

Answer 3

8x – 15 + 5x = -80 First well combine like term witch here is 8x and 5x right

Answer 4

yes

Answer 5

soo we get 13x-15=-80

Answer 6

what do you think we do now?

Answer 7

okay. then dd 15 to both sides?

Answer 8

Exactly 13x=-65

Answer 9

then divide both sides by 13

Answer 10

Yes and we get x=...

Answer 11

-5

Answer 12

yep

Answer 13

thanks guys :) i appreciate it !