CPM Homework Help : CAAC Problem 2-114

Solve the equations below for x and check your solutions. Homework Help ✎
1. −3 + x = −2x + 6
2. 5 − x = 3x + 1
3. −4x = 2x + 9
4. −(x − 3) = −4x

Hint (a):

Isolate the variable on one side of the equation and solve for x.

Answer (a):

x = 1 Show your work.

Hint (b):

Use the same strategy as in part (a).

Hint (c):

Use the same strategy as in part (a).

Answer (c):

x = −1.5 Show your work.

Hint (d):

Start by distributing the negative sign, then use the same strategy as in part (a).