M mouse New member Joined Jan 5, 2007 Messages 7 Jan 10, 2007 #1 I need help with Solving a linear equation with several occurrences of the variable. Problem: 5(x+1)-6=-3(-6x-9)-5x My work so far: 5x+5-6=18x27-5x If you could tell me if im right so far and mabe help me out that would be great. :? Mouse
I need help with Solving a linear equation with several occurrences of the variable. Problem: 5(x+1)-6=-3(-6x-9)-5x My work so far: 5x+5-6=18x27-5x If you could tell me if im right so far and mabe help me out that would be great. :? Mouse
tkhunny Moderator Staff member Joined Apr 12, 2005 Messages 11,325 Jan 10, 2007 #2 18x+27 Seems to be missing the addition.