Answer:
x = -8/3
Step-by-step explanation:
-5(-3x+1)=-45
⇔ 15x - 5 = -45 (left side of the equation expanded)
⇔ 15x = -45 + 5 (add 5 to both sides)
⇔ 15x = -40
⇔ x = -40/15 (Divide both sides by 15)
⇔ x = -8/3 (simplify)
