Ask Question
23 October, 20:07

Use the Distributive Property to solve the equation.

-5 (x + 3) = 15

Apply the Distributive Property and simplify.

-5 (x + 3) = 15

-5x + ( - 15 = 15

The solution is

. (Type the value of x.)

+3
Answers (1)
  1. 23 October, 20:35
    0
    x = - 6

    Step-by-step explanation:

    -5 (x + 3) = 15

    Distribute the - 5

    -5x - 15 = 15

    Add 15 to each side

    -5x-15+15 = 15+15

    -5x = 30

    Divide each side by - 5

    -5x/-5 = 30/-5

    x = -6
Know the Answer?
Not Sure About the Answer?
Find an answer to your question 👍 “Use the Distributive Property to solve the equation. -5 (x + 3) = 15 Apply the Distributive Property and simplify. -5 (x + 3) = 15 -5x + ( ...” in 📗 Mathematics if the answers seem to be not correct or there’s no answer. Try a smart search to find answers to similar questions.
Search for Other Answers