Find the value of 𝑥 in the equation 2𝑥 − 7 = − 8?
Find the value of 𝑥 in the equation 2𝑥 − 7 = − 8?
Explanation
To solve for x, add 7 to both sides of the equation:
2x - 7 + 7 = -8 + 7
2x = -1
Divide both sides by 2:
x = -1/2
To solve for x, add 7 to both sides of the equation:
2x - 7 + 7 = -8 + 7
2x = -1
Divide both sides by 2:
x = -1/2