Answer:
x = - 6 , x = 4
Explanation:
the absolute value function always gives a positive value but the expression inside can be positive or negative , that is
2x + 2 = 10 or - (2x + 2) = 10
solving both
2x + 2 = 10 ( subtract 2 from both sides )
2x = 8 ( divide both sides by 2 )
x = 4
or
- (2x + 2) = 10
- 2x - 2 = 10 ( add 2 to both sides )
- 2x = 12 ( divide both sides by - 2 )
x = - 6