Solve for x .

−20=−5+3x

3 answers

First, add 5 to both sides:

-20 + 5 = -5 + 3x
-15 = 3x

Next, divide by 3:

-15 / 3 = x
-5 = x

Therefore, x = -5.
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Apologies for the mistake. Let's correct the solution:

-20 = -5 + 3x

First, add 5 to both sides:

-20 + 5 = 3x
-15 = 3x

Next, divide by 3:

-15 / 3 = x
-5 = x

Therefore, x = -5.