Solve for X:
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Solve for X:
First, we arrange the two sections so that the right side contains the values with the coefficient x and the left side the numbers without the x
Let's remember to maintain the plus and minus signs accordingly when we move terms between the sections.
First, we move a to the right section and then the 22 to the left side. We obtain the following equation:
We subtract both sides accordingly and obtain the following equation:
We divide both sections by 5 and obtain:
\( x+7=14 \)
\( x=\text{?} \)
Moving all x terms to one side lets you combine like terms and solve for x directly. If you leave x terms on both sides, you can't isolate x to find its value.
Move them to whichever side gives you a positive coefficient for x. In this problem, moving to the right gives 5x (positive), which is easier than -5x.
Yes, always! When you move a term across the equals sign, you're really adding or subtracting it from both sides. +5x becomes -5x when moved.
Negative solutions are completely normal! Many equations have negative answers. Just make sure to check your work by substituting back into the original equation.
Yes! You can move terms in any order you prefer. Some students find it easier to move constants first, then x terms. The final answer will be the same.
Write each step clearly and double-check signs before moving to the next step. Remember: moving left to right changes + to - and - to +.
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