Identify equation: Identify the equation to solve.We are given the equation 15x=−53. We need to solve for x.
Multiply by 15: Multiply both sides of the equation by 15 to isolate x. 15x×15=−53×15This will cancel out the denominator on the left side and we can simplify the right side.
Perform multiplication: Perform the multiplication on both sides. x=−53×15
Simplify right side: Simplify the right side of the equation. x=−3×3
Calculate x: Calculate the value of x.x=−9
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