Answer :
Because −8 does not contain the variable to solve for move it to the other side of the equation by adding 8 to both sides.
5x=8+37
Add 8 and 37 to get 45.
5x=45
Divide each term by 5.
x=9
x is equal to 9
5x=8+37
Add 8 and 37 to get 45.
5x=45
Divide each term by 5.
x=9
x is equal to 9