Question

Solve the equation: $3s=-9$

• A. s = 3
• B. s = -3
• C. s = -9
• D. s = 9

Answer 1

The correct option is B s = -3

$3s=-9$
Dividing both sides by 3, we get
$\frac{3s}{3}=\frac{-9}{3}$
$\Rightarrow s=-3$