Question

-20=4x-4
solve for x
simplify your answer as much as possible

Answer 1

Answer: x = -4

Step by step

4x – 4 = –20

4x = – 20 + 4

4x = –16

x = –16/4

x = –4

Answer 2

Answer: x = -4

Explanation:

so, we first move the terms.

-4x = -4 + 20

then, we just calculate that.

-4x = 16

finally, simply divide both sides.

x = -4