Solve the equation for x.
15x + 3x + 19 = −17
Responses
A x = −3
x = −3
B x = −2x = −2
C x = 2x = 2
D x = 4
To solve the equation, first combine like terms on the left side:
15x + 3x + 19 = -17
18x + 19 = -17
Next, isolate x by subtracting 19 from both sides:
18x + 19 - 19 = -17 - 19
18x = -36
Finally, divide both sides by 18 to solve for x:
(18x)/18 = -36/18
x = -2
Therefore, the solution for x is x = -2. So, the correct answer is B.