Question

Solve the equation
1)a + 5 = -2
2)3x - 1 = 8
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Answer 1

Answer:

1. (-7) , 2. 3

Step-by-step explanation:

1. a+5=-2

Transpose 5 to RHS

a=-2-5

a=-7

2. 3x-1=8

Transpose -1 to RHS

3x=8+1

3x=9

Transpose 3 to RHS

x=9/3

x=3

Hope it helps