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Solve the equation: 5x + 7= 7x +23

Sagot :

Answer:

x = -8

Step-by-step explanation:

1)  5x + 7= 7x +23

Move the terms

2)  5x + 7 -7x = 23

Collect like terms

3)  5x -7x = 23 - 7

Calculate

4)  -2x = 16

Divide both sides by -2

5)  x = -8