Asked by So Lost

this problem looks incorrect in my opinion not sure about it I followed the steps but it still doesn't look right. trying to find out what the x is = to
9x + 7=5
So I do 9x9=81
81+7=88
So what I did was 88-5= 83
x83?
Answered by Ms. Sue
Why did you multiply 9 * 9?

9x + 7=5

Subtract 7 from each side.

9x + 7 - 7 = 5 - 7
9x = -2
x = -2/9

Answered by So Lost
Hi Ms. Sue,
I thought I needed to because of the x and the + sign had me thinking it was multiply then add the subtract. UGH it's my fault because I keep forgetting about the other rules that apply to doing theses types of problems. I'm not good in math at all so many different ways and rules to remember I confuse myself all the time.Thank you once again for helping out. *SMILE*
Answered by Ms. Sue
You're welcome.

You'll get it by practicing, practicing, and then practicing some more.

Answered by So Lost
Ms. Sue how much does your tutoring services cost? That's if you even do it besides online.
Answered by Ms. Sue
I only volunteer to tutor online. I do not have a private tutoring practice and I do not have any personal contact with students.

Answered by So Lost
:( but I understand I believe an unasked question is the wrong question. But thank you for taking the time to even answer the question so I'll let you get back to work **SMILE**
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