Question

If presented with the following equation, what is the next step in the equation solving sequence? x + 3x = -50 - 23+5 ​

Answer 1

Answer:

Add the similar elements

$x+3x=4x\\-50-23+5=-68\\\\4x=-68$

Step-by-step explanation: Further steps

Divide both sides by 4

$\frac{4x}{4}=\frac{-68}{4}$

Simplify

$x=-17$