Question

If 5 is added to thrice an integer is -7, then the integer is

Answer 1

Let integer=x

3x+5=-7
3x=-7-5
3x=-12
x=-4
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Proof

3(-4)+5=-7
-12+5=-7
-7=-7

Answer 2

3x+5=-7
x=-4
so answer is -4