How do I work out 10 + 3x/2 = -2

Answer 1

10 + (3x/2) = -2

1. 3X / 2 = -2 - 10 (Subtract 10 from both sides, to get the variable fraction isolated)
2. 3X / 2 = -12
3. 3X = -12 * 2 (Multiply both sides by 2, to eliminate the fraction)
4. 3X = -24
5. x = -24 / 3 (Divide both sides by 3, to isolate X)
6. x = -8 (Simplify and solve for X)

Answer 2

1. Write out the equation 10 + 3x/2 = -2
2. Subtract 10 on both sides -10 -10
3. Solve 3x/2 = -12
4. Multiply 2 on both side (3x/2)*2 = (-12)*2
5. Solve 3x = -24
6. Divide both sides by 3 3 3
7. Solve x = -8