Question

solve for x.
64 - 3x = 5x
simplify your answer as much as possible.
x =

Explanation:

Step1: Add $3x$ to both sides

$64 - 3x + 3x = 5x + 3x$
$64 = 8x$

Step2: Divide by 8 on both sides

$\frac{64}{8} = \frac{8x}{8}$

Answer:

$x = 8$