Question

9 + 6 - 8x = 3x - 7

Explanation:

Step1: Combine like terms on left

$15 - 8x = 3x - 7$

Step2: Add 8x to both sides

$15 = 11x - 7$

Step3: Add 7 to both sides

$22 = 11x$

Step4: Divide by 11

$x = \frac{22}{11}$

Step5: Simplify

$x = 2$

Answer:

$x = 2$