Solve for x: 5x + 2 = 4x − 9

An equation can be defined as a mathematical statement consisting of an equal symbol between two algebraic expressions that have the same value.

Answer: The value of x which satisfies the equation 5x + 2 = 4x − 9 is equal to -11

Let's look into the equation 5x + 2 = 4x − 9

Explanation:

5x + 2 = 4x − 9

Add - 4x - 2 on both sides of the above equation,

⇒ 5x + 2 - 4x - 2 = 4x - 9 - 4x - 2  

⇒ x = -11

Hence, the value of x for the equation 5x + 2 = 4x − 9 is equal to -11