What is the solution of the equation 11−4x=−9

Question

?(1 point)
Responses

−5
negative 5

−12
negative Start Fraction 1 over 2 End Fraction

12
Start Fraction 1 over 2 End Fraction

5

Answer 1

To solve the equation \( 11 - 4x = -9 \), follow these steps:

1. Subtract 11 from both sides of the equation: \[ -4x = -9 - 11 \] \[ -4x = -20 \]

2. Divide both sides by -4: \[ x = \frac{-20}{-4} \] \[ x = 5 \]

So, the solution to the equation is \( x = 5 \).

Answer: 5