5x + 2 1/4 = 19 1/8
5x + 9/4 = 153/8
5x = 153/8 - 9/4
5x = 153/8 - 18/8
5x = 135/8
x = 135/8 * 1/5
x = 135/40 = 3 3/8 inches <==
R + 3 = 2
First, subtract 3 from both sides. / Your problem should look like: r = 2 - 3
Second, simplify 2 - 3 to -1. / Your problem should look like: r = -1
Answer: r = -1