Solving Linear Equations
Example: 2x - 5 + 6x = 3x + 10
1) Add or Subtract all like terms on each side of the equals sign.
8x - 5 = 3x + 10
2) Put all variables on one side of the equation. Any side will work.
5x - 5 = 10
3) Then get all none variables on one side.
5x = 15
4) Last, divide the number without the variable by the number with the variable.
Example: 2x - 5 + 6x = 3x + 10
1) Add or Subtract all like terms on each side of the equals sign.
8x - 5 = 3x + 10
2) Put all variables on one side of the equation. Any side will work.
5x - 5 = 10
3) Then get all none variables on one side.
5x = 15
4) Last, divide the number without the variable by the number with the variable.
x = 3