Question

Solve the equation 3x + 2 = x − 8, and represent the solution on the number line . 

Answer 1

3x + 2 = x - 8 

 ⇒  3x - x = 8 - 2

 ⇒ 2x = - 10

 ⇒ x = - 5

Points A represents -5 on number line