what does x equal in this equation -5x + 8 = -2

Answer :

Answer:

x = 2

Step-by-step explanation:

-5x + 8 = -2

-5x + 8 - 8 = -2 -8

-5x = -10

-5x/5 = -10/5

-x = -2

x=2

Simplify the equation:

-5x = 2 + 8

-5x = 10

x = -2