SOLUTION: Solve for x: |2x-3|=3x+8

Algebra ->  Test  -> Lessons -> SOLUTION: Solve for x: |2x-3|=3x+8      Log On


   



Question 769050: Solve for x: |2x-3|=3x+8
Answer by lwsshak3(11628) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Solve for x: |2x-3|=3x+8
solve for 2 conditions:
..
2x-3=3x+8
x=-11
..
-(2x-3)=3x+8
-2x+3=3x+8
5x=-5
x=-1
check:
for x=-11
|2x-3|=3x+8
|-25|=-33+8
25≠-25
reject x=-11
..
For x=-1
|2x-3|=3x+8
|-5|=5
5=5
x=-1 ok