Question

8x−9=
5x+9

Answer 1

To solve the equation \( 8x - 9 = 5x + 9 \), follow these steps:

1. **Isolate the variable on one side**: Start by getting all terms containing \( x \) on one side and constant terms on the other side.

\[
8x - 5x = 9 + 9
\]

Simplifying both sides gives:

\[
3x = 18
\]

2. **Solve for \( x \)**: Divide both sides by 3.

\[
x = \frac{18}{3} = 6
\]

So, the solution to the equation \( 8x - 9 = 5x + 9 \) is:

\[
\boxed{6}
\]