To solve for x, we need to get all the x terms together on one side of the equation.
Starting with the given equation: 9x + 16 = 6x + 1
Subtracting 6x from both sides: 9x - 6x + 16 = 6x - 6x + 1
Simplifying: 3x + 16 = 1
Subtracting 16 from both sides: 3x + 16 - 16 = 1 - 16
Simplifying: 3x = -15
Dividing both sides by 3: (3x)/3 = -15/3
Simplifying: x = -5
Therefore, the correct answer is x = -5.
Solve for x: 9x + 16 = 6x + 1.
Choose the correct answer:
x = 3
x = -4
x = 6
x = -5
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