Negative in equation

2x + 3 + 7x = – 24, what is the value of x?

Correct answer:

x =  -3

Step-by-step explanation:


2x + 3 + 7x = -24

2·x + 3 + 7·x = -24

9x = -27


x = -27/9 = -3

x = -3

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