Question

Practice One Simple Equation Together

1. If -17(x - 2) = 16 + x, what is the value of x?
(A). -2
(B). -1
(C). O
(D). 1
(E). 2

Answer 1

(D). 1

Explanation:

-17(x - 2) = 16 + x

-17 × x - (-17) × (2) = 16 + x

-17x + 34 = 16 + x

-17x - x = 16 - 34

-18x = - 18

18x = 18

x = 18/18

x = 1

Thus, The value of x is 1

-TheUnknownScientist