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Question
The equation having – 3 as a solution is ______.
Options
x + 3 = 1
8 + 2x = 3
10 + 3x = 1
2x + 1 = 3
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Solution
The equation having – 3 as a solution is 10 + 3x = 1.
Explanation:
Consider the equation 10 + 3x = 1
Transpose 10 to right-hand side then it becomes –10
3x = 1 – 10
x = `-9/3`
x = –3
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