Math Problem Statement

-4x 3=-11

Solution

The equation you have provided is:

4x+3=11-4x + 3 = -11

To solve for xx, follow these steps:

  1. Subtract 3 from both sides to eliminate the constant on the left: 4x=113-4x = -11 - 3 4x=14-4x = -14

  2. Divide both sides by -4 to solve for xx: x=144x = \frac{-14}{-4} x=144=3.5x = \frac{14}{4} = 3.5

So, the solution is: x=3.5x = 3.5

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Here are 5 related questions to explore further:

  1. What happens when the coefficient of xx is positive instead of negative?
  2. How do you solve a similar equation if fractions are involved from the start?
  3. How do we check if our solution is correct in equations?
  4. What changes in solving equations if you deal with inequalities instead of equalities?
  5. How would you solve an equation like 4x+3=11-4x + 3 = 11 (positive right side)?

Tip: Always perform inverse operations to isolate the variable step by step!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Equations

Formulas

-4x + 3 = -11
x = (constant - constant) / coefficient

Theorems

Basic Algebraic Operations
Inverse Operations Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8