Question

what is the solution to the equation? 2q + 18 = –5q – 3

Answer 1

Normal procedure is move the -5q term to the LHS and +18 to the RHS.
Simplify both sides.
There is one more step to the solution at this point.

Answer 2

ok

Answer 3

Be sure to change the sign of a term when it's moved from one side to the other.

Answer 4

ok

Answer 5

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Answer 6

2q + 18 = –5q – 3
Add 5q to each side
Subrtact 18 to each side

7q=-21
Divide by 7

q=-3

Answer 7

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