Answer:
k = -1/3
Step-by-step explanation:
Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation.
3(k−5)=−16
(3)(k)+(3)(−5)=−16(Distribute)
3k+−15=−16
3k−15=−16
Step 2: Add 15 to both sides.
3k−15+15=−16+15
3k=−1
Step 3: Divide both sides by 3.
3k
/3
=
−1
/3
k = −1
/3
