Question

What is the solution to the equation 1 + 3x = -13 + 5x? Convert your answer to a decimal, if necessary.

Answer 1

Answer:

x=7

Step-by-step explanation:

$1 + 3x = - 13 + 5x$

Collect like terms and simplify

$3x - 5x = - 13 - 1 \\ - 2x = - 14$

Divide both sides of the equation by -2

$\frac{ - 2x}{ - 2} = \frac{ - 14}{ - 2}$

Simplify

$x = 7$

Answer 2

Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

1 + 3x = 5x - 13

-2x + 1 = -13

-2x = -14

x = 7