Question

1. what is the value of x in the equation -7 = 5 - 3x?

Explanation:

Step1: Subtract 5 from both sides

$-7 - 5 = 5 - 3x - 5$
$-12 = -3x$

Step2: Divide by -3 on both sides

$\frac{-12}{-3} = \frac{-3x}{-3}$

Answer:

$x = 4$