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

Question

11
−
4
𝑥
=
−
9

?(1 point)
Responses

12
1
2
Start Fraction 1 over 2 End Fraction

5
5

−12
−
1
2
negative 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: \[ 11 - 4x - 11 = -9 - 11 \] This simplifies to: \[ -4x = -20 \]

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

So, the solution to the equation \( 11 - 4x = -9 \) is \( x = 5 \).