How to solve |3+x| - 5 = - 3

To solve for x, you first add 5 to both sides so it remains equal.

3 + x = 2

Then you simply subtract 3 on both sides.

x = - 1

Substitute your solution into the equation and see it is true.

|3 + (-1)) - 5 = - 3

The equation is true, therefore your answer is: x = - 1