Question

How do i do this? (solve for x) 3(2x + 4) =2x - 8

Answer 1

x = -5

Explanation:

3 (2x + 4) = 2x - 8

6x + 12 = 2x - 8

- 2x - 2x

4x + 12 = -8

- 12 - 12

4x = -20

/ 4 / 4

x = -5