Question

ve for $x$:
$-(3x + 8) + 6 = -(7x - 9)$

Explanation:

Step1: Expand both parentheses

$-3x - 8 + 6 = -7x + 9$

Step2: Simplify constant terms

$-3x - 2 = -7x + 9$

Step3: Add $7x$ to both sides

$4x - 2 = 9$

Step4: Add 2 to both sides

$4x = 11$

Step5: Divide by 4

$x = \frac{11}{4}$

Answer:

$x = \frac{11}{4}$