Solve the equation. −7−2x=7(x+8)
(1 point)
Responses
x=−19
x is equal to negative 1 ninth
x=−53
x is equal to negative 5 thirds
x=−7
x is equal to negative 7
x=5
To solve the equation, first distribute the 7 on the right side:
-7 - 2x = 7x + 56
Combine like terms:
-7 - 2x = 7x + 56
-7 = 9x + 56
Subtract 56 from both sides:
-7 - 56 = 9x
-63 = 9x
Divide by 9:
x = -7
So, x = -7.