Question

Solve for x
2(x+1)=8
Provide step by step instructions

Answer 1

Explanation:

2 * (x + 1) = 8 | :2

x + 1 = 4 | -1

x = 3

Answer 2

x = 3

Explanation:

2 ( x + 1 ) = 8

⇒ Expand brackets

2 x + 2 = 8

⇒ Minus 2 from both sides

2 x = 6

⇒ Divide by 2 from both sides to isolate x

x = 3