Steps for solving for x using equations
Write out the equation.
2 x + 5 = -7
Take away what is the same on both sides.
2x + 5 - 5 = -7 - 5
2x = -12
If there is more than 1 x, divide the number of chips by the number of x's.
2x/2 = -12/2
Find out how much one x is.
x = -6
