Question

-3x + 5 = -13
x=-5
x=6
x=-6
x=2

Explanation:

Step1: Isolate the variable term

Start with the equation \(-3x + 5 = -13\). Subtract 5 from both sides to get \(-3x = -13 - 5\).
\(-3x = -18\)

Step2: Solve for x

Divide both sides by -3: \(x=\frac{-18}{-3}\).
\(x = 6\)

Answer:

x = 6