Solve for x:

Question

−2(3x−15)−25=35.

Answer 1

To solve for x, first distribute the -2 on the left side of the equation:

-6x + 30 - 25 = 35

Combine like terms:

-6x + 5 = 35

Subtract 5 from both sides:

-6x = 30

Divide by -6:

x = -5

Therefore, the solution for x is -5.