Question

1. 8 + 5x = -2

Explanation:

Step1: Subtract 8 from both sides

$8 + 5x - 8 = -2 - 8$
$5x = -10$

Step2: Divide by 5 on both sides

$\frac{5x}{5} = \frac{-10}{5}$
$x = -2$

Answer:

$x = -2$