2b+8-5b+3 = - 13 - 8b-5

In this question, you're solving for b.

Solve for b:

2b + 8 - 5b + 3 = - 13 - 8b - 5

Combine like terms:

-3b + 8 + 3 = - 13 - 8b - 5

-3b + 11 = - 13 - 8b - 5

-3b + 11 = - 8b - 18

Add 8b to both sides

5b + 11 = - 18

Subtract 11 from both sides

5b = - 29

Divide both sides by 5

b = - 29/5