3 (x+5) = - 4x+8

How many solutions does this equation have

1 solution, x = - 1

Step-by-step explanation:

First distribute the 3 into x + 5

3x+15 = - 4x+8

Then add 4x to both sides

7x + 15=8

Then subtract 15 from both sides

7x = - 7

Finally divide by 7 to find x

x = - 1