How to solve for 5x - 3 (6x+5) = -130

115/13

Step-by-step explanation:

5x-3 (6x+5) = -130

Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation.

5x-3 (6x+5) = -130

5x + (-3) (6x) + (-3) (5) = -130 (Distribute)

5x+-18x+-15=-130

(5x+-18x) + (-15) = -130 (Combine Like Terms)

-13x+-15=-130

-13x-15=-130

Step 2: Add 15 to both sides.

-13x-15+15=-130+15

-13x=-115

Step 3: Divide both sides by - 13.

-13x

-13

=

-115

-13

x = 115 / 13