SOLUTION: Solve graphically: 3/4x - 2 = -1/4x - 5 Is it possible to solve without graphing calculator? I solved the equation for x (x = -3) but does not work when I substitute -3 back

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Question 329295: Solve graphically: 3/4x - 2 = -1/4x - 5
Is it possible to solve without graphing calculator?
I solved the equation for x (x = -3) but does not work when I substitute -3 back in for x. I know this is fairly basic but I am unable to complete. Thanks for any help.
Answer by solver91311(24713) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!


Sorry, but the graphical solution to a single variable linear equation is so trivial as to be unworthy of anyone's time and effort. The solution is, indeed,









Checks.

If you really must have a graphical solution, draw a number line. Then put a nice fat dot on the number .

John

My calculator said it, I believe it, that settles it