Asked by Amie

5x -3 = 11 + 12x

combine like figures
add 3 to both sides to remove the 3

5x= 14+ 12x

Now I get confused. If I remove the 12x I have to subtract 12x from 5x which gives me an answer of -7x=14 would the correct answer thus be x= -2?

thanks
Answered by bobpursley
you have it, x=-2
Answered by Amie
thank you
Answered by Reiny
You are correct, no reason to become confused, your steps are ok

After solving any equation, you can always check your answer by simply subbing it back into equation.
If it is correct the left side (LS) will be equal to the right side (RS)

LS = 5(-2)-3 = -10-3 = -13
RS = 11 + 12(-2) = 11 - 24 = -13
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