Question

Find the value of 'x' in the equation $3x+8=0$.

• A. $x=\frac{-8}{3}$
• B. $x=\frac{8}{3}$
• C. $x=-8$
• D. $x=8$

Answer 1

The correct option is A

$x=\frac{-8}{3}$

To find the value of x in the above equation, transpose the constant to RHS
$3x+8=0$
$\Rightarrow 3x=-8$
$\Rightarrow x=\frac{-8}{3}$