Algebra Calculator

Enter the coefficients a and b to solve the linear equation a·x + b = 0 for x.

Solve for x in: a·x + b = 0

x +
= 0

Formula

x = −b ÷ a

Example

2x − 6 = 0 solves to x = 3.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this solve quadratic equations too?
No, use the Quadratic Equation Calculator for equations with an x² term.