Question: Solve for \( c \). \[ 3c + 2 = -10 \]

Solution

To solve the equation for \( c \), follow these steps: Start with the given equation: \[ 3c + 2 = -10 \] Subtract 2 from both sides to isolate the term with \( c \): \[ 3c + 2 - 2 = -10 - 2 \] Simplify the equation: \[ 3c = -12 \] Divide both sides by 3 to solve for \( c \): \[ c = \frac{-12}{3} \] Simplify the solution: \[ c = -4 \] The solution is \( c = -4 \).